The Onalaska High School varsity football team will face Newport in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, 2024, at 7:00 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Washington High School Football
Who: Onalaska vs Newport
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
“2024 Football Washington State Championships – 2B State Football”
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
A Tale of Two Teams: Newport and Onalaska Football Records and Scoring Averages (24-25 Season)
As the 2024-2025 high school football season unfolds, two teams from Washington State, Newport and Onalaska, stand out for their contrasting performances. Their records, statistics, and scoring averages provide an interesting glimpse into their styles of play, strengths, and areas for improvement.
Team Records and Performance Breakdown
Newport (24-25): The Newport football team has posted an overall record of 6-4, with a solid 4-3 performance in district play. They have shown resilience at home with a 5-1 record, though struggles on the road, with a 1-3 away record, have hindered their full potential. Despite these road challenges, Newport has managed to score 305 points across the season while allowing 293 points, giving them a win percentage of .600 overall and .571 in district play. The team’s average points for (PF) and points against (PA) show a more balanced attack, averaging 30.5 points per game.
Onalaska (24-25): Onalaska, on the other hand, has been dominant this season, boasting an impressive 10-1 overall record. Their undefeated district record (6-0) speaks to their absolute control over local opponents, while their 5-1 home record and perfect 5-0 away record further demonstrate their strength on both sides of the field. Onalaska has outscored opponents 518 to 72, with a remarkable win percentage of .909 overall and a perfect 1.000 in district play. Their dominant season is underscored by their overwhelming offensive firepower, averaging 47.1 points per game.
Scoring Averages: A Study in Contrast
One of the most noticeable contrasts between Newport and Onalaska lies in their scoring patterns. Newport averages 30.5 points per game, with notable upticks in scoring in the second and fourth quarters. They score 6.6 points in the first quarter, ramping up to 7.9 in the second, followed by a dip to 4.7 in the third, before finishing strong with 10.1 points in the fourth. This pattern suggests that Newport thrives in the latter half of games, relying on strong adjustments and possibly a more explosive offense in the final stages.
In contrast, Onalaska’s offensive machine is a juggernaut in the first half. They average 24.8 points in the first quarter and 19.3 points in the second, showing a highly efficient and fast-paced offensive system. Their scoring drops significantly in the third and fourth quarters, with only 3.5 and 5.6 points, respectively, suggesting that their large early leads may allow them to focus on defense and controlling the clock in the latter stages of games. Onalaska’s ability to jump out to early leads, however, has been a key factor in their remarkable 10-1 record.
A Breakdown of Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
Both teams have performed differently against common opponents, but neither Newport nor Onalaska has faced off against each other yet in the current season. Newport’s head-to-head record against other teams shows some inconsistencies, with a 2-1 non-league record and 4-3 in league play. Onalaska, meanwhile, has maintained near-perfection, with a perfect 6-0 district record and 4-1 non-league, suggesting a strong ability to handle competition across different levels.
Looking at their home and away performances, Newport has been particularly strong on their home turf, which is similar to Onalaska’s success at home, although the latter has been more impressive away, winning all five of their road games.
Looking Ahead
As both teams move forward in the season, their contrasting styles—Newport’s more balanced attack and Onalaska’s explosive offensive output—will continue to shape their journeys. Newport will need to work on improving its away-game performance and maintain their strong finish in the second half of games. Onalaska, while dominant, may need to find ways to maintain consistency through all four quarters, as they have the ability to build massive early leads but sometimes struggle to sustain that intensity through the latter stages.
Overall, Onalaska’s impressive dominance in both home and away games, paired with their exceptional offensive numbers, positions them as one of the top teams to watch this season. Newport, with its balanced approach, will look to build on its strong home record and refine its game management to make a deeper push in the district and beyond.
