The Oscar Smith High School (Chesapeake, VA) varsity football team will play a home playoff game today at 2 p.m. against Colonial Forge (Stafford, VA).
Oscar Smith vs Colonial Forge Game Championship Info:
What: Virginia High School Football Playoffs
Who: Oscar Smith vs Colonial Forge
When: Saturday, December 07, 2024
Bracket: “2024 VHSL Football State Brackets (Virginia) – Class 6 “
Time: 2:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here
Colonial Forge vs. Oscar Smith: A Season Comparison of Two Virginia Football Giants
The 2024-2025 Virginia high school football season saw two teams, Colonial Forge and Oscar Smith, dominate in their respective regions. Despite some differences in their schedules and records, both programs proved to be formidable contenders on the gridiron. Let’s break down their seasons, highlighting key metrics and statistics that shaped their performances.
Overall Records and Performance
- Colonial Forge (24-25):
- Record: 10-3 overall, with a 3-3 regional record.
- Key Stats: Scored 402 points and allowed 255 points. They demonstrated a strong home performance with a 6-2 record.
- Oscar Smith (24-25):
- Record: Perfect 15-0 overall, with an 8-0 record in the region.
- Key Stats: An incredible 592 points scored and only 75 points allowed. They were dominant at home (10-0) and in neutral games (1-0).
While Colonial Forge’s record is impressive, it’s clear that Oscar Smith had a nearly flawless season, with their perfect win streak standing out as a testament to their strength on both sides of the ball.
Scoring Averages: Consistency and High-Scoring Play
One of the most telling aspects of a team’s success is its ability to consistently score. When comparing scoring averages between Colonial Forge and Oscar Smith, the latter’s offensive consistency stands out.
- Colonial Forge Scoring Breakdown:
- Q1: 8.2 points
- Q2: 7.2 points
- Q3: 7.5 points
- Q4: 9.5 points
- Final Average: 30.9 points per game
Colonial Forge showed a balanced scoring attack, with an uptick in production during the final quarter, indicative of their ability to close out games strongly.
- Oscar Smith Scoring Breakdown:
- Q1: 10.5 points
- Q2: 10.5 points
- Q3: 10.5 points
- Q4: 16.5 points
- Final Average: 39.5 points per game
Oscar Smith’s offensive attack was relentless, particularly in the second half. Their 16.5 points per game in the fourth quarter highlight their ability to dominate when the game is on the line.
Record Breakdown: Key Wins and Losses
Both teams had impressive regular-season records, but their success in various types of matchups sets them apart.
- Colonial Forge:
- League: 3-3 (struggled slightly in regional play).
- Non-League: 4-0 (strong performance in non-conference matchups).
- Home/Away: 4-1 at home, 6-2 overall away. They performed better at home but showed resilience on the road.
- Playoff: 3-0, a perfect playoff run helped solidify their place in the postseason.
- In-State: 10-3, they were dominant within Virginia, but the out-of-state competition was nonexistent.
- Oscar Smith:
- League: 8-0 (perfect regional record).
- Non-League: 4-0 (continued dominance outside the region).
- Home/Away: Undefeated at home (10-0) and a perfect record on the road (4-0), showing no weakness regardless of the venue.
- Playoff: 3-0, maintaining their perfection in the postseason.
- In-State: 15-0, clearly the team to beat in Virginia.
Oscar Smith’s record is a model of excellence, with perfection in every category, including playoffs, where they didn’t just win, but they overwhelmed opponents.
Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
Although Colonial Forge and Oscar Smith did not meet head-to-head this season, it’s clear that both teams would have provided a fascinating matchup. They shared no common opponents, which makes direct comparisons more challenging but not impossible. Both teams excelled in their regional play and showed resilience in key situations, but Oscar Smith’s overall dominance in both scoring and defense puts them ahead as the superior team of the season.
Conclusion: A Tale of Two Dominant Teams
While Colonial Forge showed impressive versatility and grit with a strong playoff run and solid overall record, Oscar Smith’s perfect season and overwhelming statistical dominance place them as the top team in Virginia. Their high-scoring offense, airtight defense, and flawless regional performance make them the team to beat. For Colonial Forge, however, their season was far from disappointing, and their continued development promises exciting seasons ahead as they aim to challenge top-tier teams like Oscar Smith in the future.