The Silverton (OR) varsity football team is playing a neutral-site playoff game against Summit (Bend, OR) today at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 Oregon High School Football Playoff Brackets for the OSAA 5A tournament.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Oregon High School Football
Who: Silverton vs Summit
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 PM
Bracket: 2024 Oregon High School Football Playoff Brackets: OSAA – 5A
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Game preview: Silverton vs Summit
The stage is set for an exciting playoff matchup between Silverton and Summit, as the two teams, coming off impressive seasons, face off in a neutral non-conference game on November 15, 2024. The game will kick off at 7:00 p.m., with both teams eager to make their mark in the postseason.
Team Records and Season Overview
Summit (Bend, OR), with a 6-4 overall record, enters the game as the underdog, having posted a 4-1 league record. Their strong home performance, where they went 4-1, was offset by a 2-1 mark on the road. Despite a solid performance overall, Summit will look to improve on their .600 win percentage and their .800 league percentage.
In contrast, Silverton (OR) has been dominant this season, finishing with a 9-1 overall record, going 5-0 in league play. Silverton’s remarkable .900 win percentage and perfect 1.000 league percentage are a testament to their consistent excellence. Their performance has been especially strong on the road, where they are 5-0.
Head-to-Head
The last time these two teams met was on August 30, 2024, in a non-conference matchup. Silverton came out on top, dominating Summit with a 35-12 victory. Despite the loss, Summit will look to avenge this earlier defeat and turn the tide in this playoff contest.
Scoring Averages and Key Comparisons
Looking at the team’s offensive strategies, Silverton has been a powerhouse, averaging 38.7 points per game, with strong performances in all four quarters. Their offensive attack has been particularly potent in the first two quarters, scoring 10.5 and 12.2 points in Q1 and Q2 respectively, followed by a steady 8.0 in Q3 and 10.2 in Q4.
Summit, on the other hand, has struggled to put up consistent points, averaging just 26.4 points per game. While they average 7.0 points in the third quarter, their offense has been quiet in the first half, scoring 0 in both Q1 and Q2.
Common Opponents
Both teams faced Wilsonville this season, though their outcomes were quite different. Summit lost to Wilsonville 34-7 on September 13, 2024, while Silverton triumphed in a 45-27 win on October 18, 2024. This common opponent record shows the discrepancy in strength between the two teams, with Silverton clearly outperforming Summit.
Playoff Implications
This game is a crucial one for both teams as they look to advance in the playoffs. Silverton’s perfect league record and strong performance throughout the regular season make them a favorite in this matchup. However, Summit will look to use their home-field advantage and previous experience against Silverton to pull off an upset.
As the game draws near, all eyes will be on this exciting playoff showdown. Can Silverton continue their dominant run, or will Summit find a way to upset the odds?
