The Harper (OR) varsity football team will play a neutral-site playoff game against Prairie City/Burnt River (Prairie City, OR) today at 1 p.m. This game is part of the 2024 Oregon High School Football Playoff Brackets: OSAA – 1A 6-Man tournament.

Harper vs Prairie City/Burnt River Football Game Info:

What: Oregon High School Football
Who: Harper vs Prairie City/Burnt River
When: Saturday, November 23, 2024
Time: 1 PM
Bracket: 2024 Oregon High School Football Playoff Brackets: OSAA – 1A 6-Man
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Game preview: Harper vs Prairie City/Burnt River

As the 2024 football season heads toward its climax, Prairie City/Burnt River (PCBR) and Harper are two teams that have stood out in the Oregon high school football scene, boasting impressive records and potent offenses. With contrasting styles and results, both teams are positioned to make an impact as they head into the postseason. Let’s break down their performances, stats, and their chances in the coming games.

Record and Standings

• Prairie City/Burnt River (PCBR): The team finished the regular season with a solid 9-2 record, going 3-1 in league play. Their overall record includes a strong performance at home with 4-1 and an even more impressive 3-0 record on the road. PCBR is known for its offense, averaging a high 55.4 points per game.
• Harper: Harper, on the other hand, went undefeated with a perfect 9-0 record and an 8-0 mark in league play. Their dominance on both sides of the ball has been evident, with a 1.000 win percentage. At home, they are a tough opponent with a 1-0 record, but their true strength has been on the road, where they remain 6-0. They also average 57.3 points per game, just edging out PCBR in scoring.

Offensive and Defensive Strengths

• Prairie City/Burnt River excels on the ground, averaging 302.1 rushing yards per game, led by Maison Teel, who contributes 183.0 yards per game. Their balanced offense includes 113.4 passing yards per game, with Sawyer Quinton handling much of the air attack.
• Harper, though undefeated, has not shown specific rushing or passing averages in the same format. However, their offense has been high-powered, averaging 516 total yards per game, led by solid performances across all facets of the game.

Key Players

• Maison Teel (PCBR) has been a standout player this season, contributing 217.8 total yards per game and averaging 22.5 points per game. His ground game has been a focal point of the team’s success.
• Ritter Rookstool (PCBR) has been a key defensive player, leading the team with 6.9 tackles per game and playing a crucial role in the secondary.
• For Harper, though specific individual stats aren’t broken down as extensively, the team’s overall performance speaks volumes about their collective strength. Their balanced offensive and defensive efforts have led them to victory after victory.

Common Opponents

Both teams faced off against some of the same opponents, but their results differed slightly. Harper was perfect in their games against common opponents, finishing 6-0, while Prairie City/Burnt River went 4-2. For example, both teams defeated Wallowa, with PCBR winning 54-0 and Harper posting a 68-6 win. Similarly, both teams won against Mitchell/Spray/Wheeler, with PCBR dominating 80-0 and Harper winning 53-6.

However, the teams also had different outcomes against teams like Joseph and South Wasco County. PCBR lost to Joseph 34-19 and South Wasco 32-28, while Harper defeated both teams with ease, beating Joseph 48-7 and South Wasco 45-6.

Playoff Outlook

As both teams gear up for the playoffs, their paths are expected to converge in a high-stakes showdown. While Prairie City/Burnt River has shown resilience with its powerful rushing attack, Harper’s perfect record and balanced play make them a formidable contender.

With their respective strong points, Prairie City/Burnt River will need to leverage their dynamic rushing game to compete with Harper’s well-rounded roster. Harper, meanwhile, will look to continue its dominant play and maintain its perfect record into the postseason.

As the teams prepare for their playoff runs, the football community in Oregon is eagerly anticipating what promises to be an exciting end to the season for both programs. Will PCBR’s offense be enough to overcome Harper’s dominance, or will Harper continue their undefeated streak? Only time will tell as these two powerhouse teams head into the next stage of competition.