The Ursuline High School varsity football team from Youngstown, OH, will host Central Catholic High School from Toledo, OH, in a playoff game on Friday, November 29, at 7:00 PM. This matchup is part of the 2024 OHSAA High School Football Playoff Brackets (Division III Final Four) tournament.

What: Michigan High School Football
Who: Ursuline (MI) vs Central Catholic (MI)
When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 OHSAA High School Football Playoff Brackets (Ohio) – Division III Final Four
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Central Catholic vs. Ursuline: A Clash of Dominance in Ohio Football

The 2024-2025 football season has brought remarkable performances from Central Catholic and Ursuline, two powerhouses in Ohio high school football. Both teams boast stellar records and impressive statistics, setting the stage for a highly anticipated matchup if they cross paths.

Rankings and Records

Central Catholic and Ursuline have identical overall records of 13-1, showcasing their dominance in their respective divisions. Central Catholic competes in Division 3, ranking 18th, while Ursuline stands strong in Division 2 at 6th place.

• Central Catholic:
  • Home: 8-0
  • Away: 4-1
  • Conference: 5-1 (.833 win percentage)
  • Total Points For (PF): 475
  • Total Points Against (PA): 166
• Ursuline:
  • Home: 8-1
  • Away: 5-0
  • Conference: 3-0 (1.000 win percentage)
  • Total Points For (PF): 512
  • Total Points Against (PA): 115

Scoring Averages

When it comes to scoring, both teams bring explosive potential:

• Central Catholic averages 33.9 points per game, starting strong in the first quarter (13.7 points) but tapering off in the fourth quarter.
• Ursuline, with a slightly higher average of 36.6 points per game, excels particularly in the second quarter, averaging 15.1 points.

Team Stat Comparison

Both teams shine in different areas of the game:

• Rushing:
  • Central Catholic: 182.3 yards per game
  • Ursuline: 208.6 yards per game
• Passing:
  • Central Catholic: 167.2 yards per game
  • Ursuline: 147.9 yards per game
• Total Yards:
  • Central Catholic: 349.5 yards per game
  • Ursuline: 356.5 yards per game

Ursuline also holds an edge defensively, averaging 69.6 tackles per game and 3.0 sacks per game, contributing to their ability to keep opponents at bay.

Key Players

Each team relies on standout players who elevate their game:

• Central Catholic:
  • Rushing: Tyler Morgan (#7) leads with 93.6 yards per game.
  • Passing: Isaiah Fox (#9) averages 135.0 passing yards per game and contributes 136.8 total yards per game.
  • Receiving: Preston Fryzel (#17) averages 55.8 yards per game.
• Ursuline:
  • Rushing: Joe Balog (#2) leads with 68.8 yards per game.
  • Passing: Dc Ferrell (#0) dominates with 143.3 passing yards per game and an outstanding 210.0 total yards per game.
  • Receiving: Devonte Taylor (#1) averages 52.0 yards per game.
  • Tackles: Kevin Boudrey (#31) averages 7.7 tackles per game.

Record Breakdown

• Central Catholic:
  • Non-league games: 4-0
  • Playoffs: 4-0
  • In-state: 9-0
  • Out-of-state: 4-1
• Ursuline:
  • Non-league games: 6-1
  • Playoffs: 4-0
  • In-state: 12-1
  • Out-of-state: 1-0

Conclusion

Both Central Catholic and Ursuline have established themselves as elite teams with complementary strengths and balanced rosters. Central Catholic’s formidable home record and offensive depth clash with Ursuline’s defensive prowess and well-rounded attack. Should these two teams meet, fans can expect a battle defined by grit, strategy, and high-caliber play. With so much at stake, this potential showdown could be one of the highlights of Ohio high school football this season.