The Quince Orchard (Gaithersburg, MD) varsity football team will play a neutral playoff game against Wise (Upper Marlboro, MD) today at 7:30 PM. This game is part of the 2024 Maryland High School Football Playoff Brackets: MPSSAA – 4A tournament.

Quince Orchard vs Wise Game Info:

What: Maryland High School Football
Who: Quince Orchard (MD) vs Wise (MD)
When: Friday, December 6, 2024
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Where: Gillette Stadium
Bracket: 2024 Maryland High School Football Playoff Brackets: MPSSAA – 2A/1A
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Quince Orchard vs Wise

As the high school football season wraps up, the competitive edge between teams across Maryland has become more pronounced. Among the leading teams in the state, Wise and Quince Orchard stand out as formidable powerhouses in their respective regions. Both teams have displayed exceptional performances this season, and a detailed comparison highlights their strengths, strategies, and key players.

Team Overview

Wise High School (24-25 Season)

• Record: 11-1
• Class: 4A
• Region Performance: Undefeated at 8-0, dominating home games with a perfect 6-0 record and a strong 5-1 away performance.
• Scoring: Averaged 43.1 points per game, showcasing an explosive offensive lineup.

Quince Orchard High School (24-25 Season)

• Record: 12-0
• Class: 4A
• Region Performance: Perfect in region play with a 5-0 record and strong showings at home (6-0) and away (4-0). Additionally, the team has been flawless in neutral-site games with a 2-0 record.
• Scoring: Averaged 41.2 points per game, maintaining a consistently high-scoring offense.

Scoring Patterns and Game Strategy

Both teams demonstrated strong performances across all four quarters. Wise led with an average of 12.1 points in the first quarter and 16.9 in the second, exhibiting a robust start and mid-game control. The team maintained a solid 9.4-point third quarter average but saw a decrease to 2.6 points in the fourth, suggesting areas for improvement in closing out games.

Quince Orchard, on the other hand, had a more balanced scoring pattern with 11.7 points in the first and 16.0 in the second quarter. Their third and fourth quarters were slightly less productive, scoring 8.0 and 2.3 points respectively. Despite these numbers, Quince Orchard’s consistent scoring in the earlier stages often secured their victories.

Statistical Highlights

Team Performance Comparison

• Rushing Yards Per Game: Wise led with 181.3 yards, showing a strong running game that kept defenses on their toes.
• Passing Yards Per Game: Quince Orchard showcased a slightly stronger passing game with 155.5 yards compared to Wise’s 143.9.
• Receiving Yards Per Game: Wise edged out with 144.6 yards, leveraging their passing attack effectively.
• Total Yards Per Game: Wise achieved 325.3 total yards, reflecting their well-rounded offensive scheme.
• Tackles Per Game: Wise had an impressive 33.6 tackles per game, indicating solid defensive performances.
• Sacks Per Game: Wise averaged 1.7 sacks, showcasing their ability to disrupt the opposing offense.
• Points Per Game: Wise averaged 32.6 points per game, positioning them as a high-scoring team.

Key Players

Wise Highlights

• Decarlos Young: The standout player with 127.4 rushing yards per game and 11.5 points per game, making him the cornerstone of the team’s offensive strength.
• Eric Wedge III: Led in passing yards with 155.5 and contributed significantly to the total yardage with an average of 162.5 yards per game.
• Tyvon Callaway-Toles: Anchored the defense with an average of 5.2 tackles per game.
• Trenton Wilson: Key defensive contributor with 0.8 sacks per game.

Quince Orchard Highlights

• Eric Wedge III: Quince Orchard’s passing game was spearheaded by Wedge, who led in total yards with 162.5 per game.
• Balanced Contributions: The team maintained a diversified attack with a strong emphasis on both rushing and passing, as evidenced by their consistent overall performance.

Record Breakdown

The season records further illustrate the teams’ dominance:

• Wise: Perfect in-region performance (8-0) and strong playoff presence (3-0). Their only loss came outside of their state competition, showing their competitive edge within Maryland.
• Quince Orchard: Maintained an unbeaten 12-0 record, demonstrating their ability to perform under various circumstances. They boasted a flawless in-state record (11-0), complemented by a solid out-of-state performance (1-0).

Conclusion

The 2024-2025 high school football season has showcased the exceptional talent and tactical brilliance of both Wise and Quince Orchard. While Wise has been formidable with their high-scoring offense and defensive presence, Quince Orchard’s unmatched perfect record underscores their consistent excellence. As both teams continue to vie for state supremacy, the competition promises to be fierce, setting the stage for an exhilarating conclusion to the season.