The Wayne High School varsity football team will host South Harrison High School (Lost Creek, WV) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, 2024, at 7 p.m.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: West Virginia High School Football
Who: South Harrison vs Wayne
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
“2024 WVSSAC Football Playoffs – AA”
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
South Harrison vs. Wayne: A Comprehensive Team Comparison
As the 2024-25 high school football season progresses, South Harrison and Wayne have emerged as two competitive teams, showcasing notable strengths and differences across various statistics. Here’s a closer look at each team’s rankings, performance metrics, and player highlights, offering insight into how these two West Virginia teams stack up against each other.
Team Rankings and Records
South Harrison Hawks
- State Rank: 47
- Class Rank: 9
- Overall Record: 8-2
- Region Record: 6-2
- Home Record: 4-1
- Away Record: 4-1
- Win Percentage: .800
- Region Win Percentage: .750
- Points For: 366
- Points Against: 218
South Harrison’s 8-2 record is a strong indicator of their well-rounded team performance. Ranked 47th in West Virginia and 9th in their class, they have maintained an impressive winning rate of 80% overall, with a solid home and away record.
Wayne Pioneers
- State Rank: 49
- Class Rank: 10
- Overall Record: 6-4
- Region Record: 4-3
- Home Record: 4-2
- Away Record: 2-2
- Win Percentage: .600
- Region Win Percentage: .571
- Points For: 267
- Points Against: 244
Wayne, with a 6-4 record, sits close to South Harrison in state and class rankings. Despite their slightly lower win percentage (.600 overall), they have shown strength on their home field and a competitive stance in regional games.
Scoring Averages by Quarter
Analyzing each team’s scoring patterns throughout the game shows South Harrison’s consistency and Wayne’s resilience.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Harrison | 4.4 | 4.6 | 8.4 | 4.4 | 36.6 |
| Wayne | 2.5 | 6.2 | 5.0 | 3.8 | 26.7 |
South Harrison generally scores more consistently, with their highest average scoring in the third quarter. Wayne, on the other hand, sees a peak in the second quarter and maintains a steady pace throughout the game.
Team Stat Comparison
South Harrison’s offensive and defensive stats suggest a dominant run-heavy approach, while Wayne lags behind in total yard production.
| Stat | South Harrison | Wayne |
|---|---|---|
| Rushing Yards Per Game | 304.9 | 132.1 |
| Passing Yards Per Game | 53.6 | 25.9 |
| Receiving Yards Per Game | 53.6 | 25.9 |
| Total Yards Per Game | 358.5 | 158.0 |
| Tackles Per Game | 56.0 | 35.3 |
| Sacks Per Game | 1.7 | 1.2 |
| Points Per Game | 36.2 | 9.7 |
South Harrison’s dominance on the ground with nearly 305 rushing yards per game gives them a distinct offensive advantage. They also record nearly twice the tackles per game as Wayne, indicating a stronger defensive showing as well.
Key Players and Individual Statistics
The top performers from each team have left a significant mark on the field this season.
South Harrison
- #24 Jaden Hatfield: Leading the charge with 212.6 rushing yards and 18.8 points per game.
- #7 Chris Pedraza: 53.6 passing yards per game.
- #25 Jerimiah Kreiling: Averaging 22.3 receiving yards per game.
- #1 Shepard Paugh: Top tackler with 7.9 tackles per game.
- #23 Corey Saltis: Contributing with 0.8 sacks per game.
Wayne
- #16 Jayden Wayman: Leading with 91.5 rushing yards per game.
- #12 Fisher Fry: Passing leader with 43.2 yards per game.
- #1 Ronnie Staley: Key receiver averaging 31.7 receiving yards.
- #30 Tristan Turner: Defensive leader with 11.5 tackles per game.
- #13 Cooper Adkins: Matching South Harrison’s sack leader with 0.8 sacks per game.
Breakdown by Record Type
Both teams have shown resilience and adaptability in league and non-league games. South Harrison holds an edge with their overall 8-2 record, while Wayne’s 6-4 record demonstrates competitive strength within the region.
| Record Type | South Harrison | Wayne |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 8-2 | 6-4 |
| League | 6-2 | 4-3 |
| Non-League | 2-0 | 2-1 |
| Home | 4-1 | 4-2 |
| Away | 4-1 | 2-2 |
| In-State | 8-2 | 6-4 |
Conclusion
South Harrison has an edge over Wayne in most statistical categories, driven by their potent rushing attack and reliable defense. With a higher scoring rate and stronger yardage stats, South Harrison emerges as a formidable contender. Wayne, however, showcases a resilient defense and key players who have demonstrated the potential to keep them competitive in each game.
This clash between two well-ranked teams, each with their unique strengths, will make for an exciting and closely-watched match-up, underscoring the dynamics of West Virginia high school football.
