The Valor Christian (Highlands Ranch, CO) varsity football team will host Regis Jesuit (Aurora, CO) today at 11:00 AM in a home playoff game at Valor Christian. This matchup is part of the 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs – Class 5A tournament.
Regis Jesuit vs Valor Christian High School Football Game Info:
What: Colorado High School Football
Who: Regis Jesuit vs Valor Christian
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 11:00am.
Bracket: 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs – Class 5A
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Regis Jesuit vs Valor Christian
The Regis Jesuit (Aurora, CO) varsity football team will travel to face Valor Christian (Highlands Ranch, CO) in a highly anticipated playoff matchup today at 11:00 AM. This game is part of the 2024 CHSAA State Football Playoffs – Class 5A tournament.
Team Records and Rankings
Regis Jesuit enters the game with a 6-5 record, having finished 3-2 in league play. While their overall season has been a mix of highs and lows, they managed to secure a playoff spot with a solid record. On the road, the team has had a challenging season, going 2-4 in away games. The Raiders have scored 263 points and allowed 216 throughout the season. Their offense averages 23.9 points per game, with a balanced approach, gaining 77.1 rushing yards and 164.6 passing yards per game.
Valor Christian, on the other hand, has had an impressive season, boasting a 9-1 record and a perfect 5-0 home record. They finished 4-1 in league play, with their only loss coming earlier in the season. Valor Christian’s offense has been potent, averaging 38.4 points per game, with 152.2 rushing yards and 211.8 passing yards per game. Their overall scoring has been impressive, tallying 384 points while allowing only 154, making them one of the top teams in the state.
Head-to-Head
These two teams faced off earlier this season in a non-conference matchup on August 30, 2024, where Valor Christian emerged victorious with a 17-0 shutout. The game was a defensive showcase, with Valor Christian holding Regis Jesuit to zero points. Regis will look to bounce back from this tough loss and find a way to break through the Valor Christian defense in this playoff rematch.
Key Players
Regis Jesuit will rely on their quarterback, Luke Rubley, who has thrown for 156.4 yards per game this season. Running back Joe Pron, averaging 39 rushing yards per game, will also be a key player for the Raiders. Jojo Hernandez has been a reliable target in the passing game with 38.5 receiving yards per game. Defensively, Grayson McPherson leads the team with 10.4 tackles per game, while Jace Filleman has contributed with 0.7 sacks per game.
Valor Christian will look to their star quarterback, Dawson Olk, who has been sensational this season with 196.9 passing yards per game. The dynamic running back duo of Chase Hanosh and Cash Spence, who are both capable of breaking big plays, will be vital in keeping the Regis Jesuit defense on its toes. Spence has been an outstanding all-around player, also leading the team with 13.4 points per game. On the defensive side, Moises Freeman and Elliot Smyth have been key playmakers for Valor Christian, with Smyth contributing 0.5 sacks per game and Freeman adding 7.4 tackles per game.
Team Comparison
Both teams share a strong offensive game plan, with Valor Christian having the edge in both rushing and passing yards per game. However, Regis Jesuit has shown resilience this season, particularly in their 23-12 win over Mullen and a solid performance against Pine Creek.
Game Preview
As Regis Jesuit heads into enemy territory, they will need to overcome both the pressure of playing away and the memory of their earlier shutout loss to Valor Christian. Valor Christian, with its high-powered offense and robust defense, will look to continue its dominant run in the playoffs. The game is set to kick off at 11:00 AM today at Valor Christian High School. Fans can expect an exciting, hard-fought contest between two talented teams.
With both teams eager to advance in the tournament, today’s matchup promises to be a thrilling playoff showdown.
