The Highland varsity football team from Palmdale, CA, will host St. Vincent de Paul from Petaluma, CA, in a thrilling playoff game today at 4 PM. This matchup, part of the 2024 CIF State Football Championship Bowl Games, Division 4-AA, promises an intense battle as both teams vie for advancement.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: California State Football Championship Bowl Games
Who: Highland (CA) vs St. Vincent de Paul (CA)
When: Today, December 13, 2024
Bracket: 2024 CIF State Football Championship Bowl Games – Division 4-AA
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Live stream: Watch Here
Game Preview: St. Vincent de Paul vs. Highland
The highly anticipated matchup between St. Vincent de Paul and Highland brings together two talented teams with strong records and unique strengths. Here’s a detailed analysis of their performance and key players this season:
Statistical Performance
Offensive Dominance
St. Vincent de Paul boasts an explosive offense, averaging 416.0 total yards per game, significantly outpacing Highland’s 321.5 total yards per game. Their balanced attack includes 215.9 rushing yards per game and 200.1 passing yards per game, giving them an edge in versatility.
Highland, while trailing in total yardage, shows a strong offensive mix with 166.7 rushing yards per game and 154.8 passing yards per game, showcasing their ability to compete in both phases of the game.
Defensive Strength
Defensively, Highland holds a notable advantage in tackles, averaging 76.7 tackles per game, compared to St. Vincent de Paul’s 62.1 tackles per game. Highland also leads in sacks, with 2.9 per game compared to St. Vincent’s 1.9 per game.
Scoring Efficiency
St. Vincent de Paul is far ahead in scoring, averaging an impressive 47.6 points per game, nearly doubling Highland’s 28.4 points per game. This reflects their ability to capitalize on offensive opportunities effectively.
Team Leaders
St. Vincent de Paul’s Key Players
- Mason Caturegli (#10) leads the rushing attack with 104.5 rushing yards per game and contributes significantly to scoring with 17.2 points per game.
- Gabe Casanovas (#5) excels as a quarterback, averaging 191.0 passing yards per game and 249.3 total yards per game, showcasing his dual-threat capabilities.
- Tye Nickens (#2) leads the receiving corps with 48.6 receiving yards per game.
- On defense, Hudson Kensic (#44) anchors the team with 6.4 tackles per game, while Cj Perez (#54) contributes with 0.7 sacks per game.
Highland’s Key Contributors
- Roderick Erwin (#21) leads Highland’s ground game, averaging 52.7 rushing yards per game.
- Justin Wyatt Jr. (#3) is the star quarterback, putting up 149.4 passing yards per game and 192.3 total yards per game.
- Andrew Garner (#6) leads in receiving with 51.7 yards per game and contributes 5.2 points per game.
- Defensively, Jayden Carrillo (#11) is a standout, averaging an impressive 12.9 tackles per game, and Jamarieh Hector (#7) leads in sacks with 1.0 per game.
Record Breakdown
Overall and League Performance
St. Vincent de Paul enters the matchup with an outstanding 13-1 overall record and a perfect 5-0 league record. Highland follows closely with a strong 11-4 overall record and a solid 6-1 league record.
Home and Away Success
- St. Vincent de Paul is unbeaten at home (6-0) and has performed well on neutral fields (3-0).
- Highland matches their home dominance with a 5-2 record and has a notable road performance at 6-1.
Playoff Momentum
Both teams come into the game riding playoff success. St. Vincent de Paul is undefeated in the postseason (4-0), while Highland has been equally dominant with a 5-0 playoff record.
Conclusion
This matchup promises to be an exciting battle of strengths. St. Vincent de Paul’s high-powered offense and scoring efficiency will clash with Highland’s resilient defense and balanced attack. With both teams showcasing impressive records and playoff momentum, fans can expect a thrilling and closely contested game.
