The Naselle (WA) varsity football team will play a neutral-site playoff game against Moses Lake Christian Academy/Covenant Christian (Moses Lake, WA) today at 1:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Washington High School Football
Who: MLCACC vs Naselle
When: Today, November 16, 2024
Time: 1:00. p.m. ET
“2024 Football Washington State Championships – 1B State Football”
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

A Comprehensive Football Team Comparison: MLCACC (CO-OP) vs. Naselle

In this article, we’ll take a deep dive into the statistics and records of two prominent high school football teams: MLCACC (CO-OP) and Naselle. We will explore their season performance, team strengths, key players, and statistical breakdowns to provide a detailed comparison.

Season Records Overview

MLCACC (CO-OP) – 2024/2025 Season:

• Overall Record: 3-3
• District Record: 1-1
• Home Record: 1-2
• Away Record: 2-1
• Winning Percentage: .500
• District Winning Percentage: .500
• Points For: 229
• Points Against: 260

Naselle – 2024/2025 Season:

• Overall Record: 9-0
• District Record: 8-0
• Home Record: 4-0
• Away Record: 5-0
• Winning Percentage: 1.000
• District Winning Percentage: 1.000
• Points For: 628
• Points Against: 64

Analysis of Season Performance: Naselle has dominated this season with an undefeated record, making them a formidable opponent in their district with a perfect 8-0 district performance. MLCACC, on the other hand, has had a more balanced record, sitting at 3-3 overall, and 1-1 in the district, showing promise but still struggling to match Naselle’s winning consistency.

Team Scoring Averages

MLCACC (CO-OP) Scoring by Quarter:

• Q1: 7.0
• Q2: 7.0
• Q3: 14.0
• Q4: 12.0
• Final Average: 38.2

Naselle Scoring by Quarter:

• Q1: 30.4
• Q2: 19.0
• Q3: 12.8
• Q4: 7.6
• Final Average: 69.8

Analysis of Scoring: Naselle has been a powerhouse in terms of scoring, with a substantial average of 69.8 points per game. They start strong, especially in the first quarter, putting up 30.4 points on average. In comparison, MLCACC has a more modest scoring average of 38.2 points per game. While MLCACC shows improvement as the game progresses (especially in the third quarter), Naselle consistently outpaces them with a much higher overall scoring output.

Team Stat Comparison

MLCACC (CO-OP) Statistics:

• Rushing Yards Per Game: 286.6
• Passing Yards Per Game: 97.9
• Receiving Yards Per Game: 106.2
• Total Yards Per Game: 384.4
• Tackles Per Game: 45.8
• Sacks Per Game: 0.4
• Points Per Game: 69.6

Naselle Statistics:

• Rushing Yards Per Game: 286.6
• Passing Yards Per Game: 97.9
• Receiving Yards Per Game: 106.2
• Total Yards Per Game: 384.4
• Tackles Per Game: 45.8
• Sacks Per Game: 0.4
• Points Per Game: 69.6

Analysis of Team Stats: The statistics show a remarkably similar overall performance in terms of yardage for both teams, with identical rushing, passing, and receiving yards per game. However, Naselle’s defensive prowess and ability to limit points scored against them is a key factor in their dominance. With only 64 points allowed in total this season, Naselle’s defense is significantly stronger than MLCACC’s, who has conceded 260 points.

Key Players

MLCACC (CO-OP) Key Players:

• Jack Strange (Rushing Yards Per Game): 101.9
• Jacob Lindstrom (Passing Yards Per Game): 82.0
• Jack Strange (Total Yards Per Game): 169.5
• Jack Strange (Tackles Per Game): 7.3
• Jack Strange (Points Per Game): 22.2

Naselle Key Players:

• Rushing Yards Per Game Leader: (No specific player provided in the stats)
• Passing Yards Per Game Leader: (No specific player provided in the stats)
• Total Yards Per Game Leader: (No specific player provided in the stats)
• Tackles Per Game Leader: (No specific player provided in the stats)

Analysis of Key Players: Jack Strange has been an outstanding player for MLCACC, contributing significantly in multiple areas including rushing, passing, receiving, and tackles. His 22.2 points per game demonstrates his all-around value. Naselle, though, has a more collective approach, with no single standout player mentioned, yet their team success suggests a well-rounded, disciplined unit.

Record Breakdown

Head-to-Head:

• MLCACC (CO-OP) vs. Naselle: The two teams have not faced each other yet this season.

Home and Away Records:

• MLCACC has a 1-2 home record but performs better on the road with a 2-1 away record.
• Naselle has shown dominance both at home (4-0) and on the road (5-0), further emphasizing their ability to win in any setting.

Conclusion

Naselle’s undefeated season and their outstanding offense and defense put them in a league of their own. They have proven to be an unstoppable force in their district and beyond, with balanced scoring and a defense that has allowed a minuscule 64 points. MLCACC, though struggling at times, has shown potential and remains competitive with a strong individual performance from Jack Strange. As the season progresses, both teams are poised for key matchups, and it will be interesting to see if MLCACC can improve their performance to challenge Naselle’s dominance in the district.