Football Team Comparison: Washington vs. Parkersburg South

As the season progresses, both Washington and Parkersburg South continue to build their resumes for potential postseason appearances. Below is a detailed comparison of these two teams, based on their overall performance, team statistics, and key players.

Record Breakdown

Washington:

• Overall Record: 6-4
• Region Record: 2-3
• Home Record: 4-1
• Away Record: 2-3
• Points For (PF): 231
• Points Against (PA): 257
• Win Percentage: .600
• Region Win Percentage: .400

Washington has a solid overall record, bolstered by a strong home performance (4-1). Their region record, however, stands at 2-3, showing room for improvement in conference matchups.

Parkersburg South:

• Overall Record: 5-5
• Region Record: 2-2
• Home Record: 3-2
• Away Record: 2-3
• Points For (PF): 282
• Points Against (PA): 300
• Win Percentage: .500
• Region Win Percentage: .500

Parkersburg South, with a 5-5 record, has been more evenly matched across the board. Their offensive production has been high, scoring an average of 23.5 points per game, but they face a slightly tougher road with a losing away record (2-3).

Team Scoring Averages

Washington:

• Q1: 5.3
• Q2: 1.5
• Q3: 6.5
• Q4: 3.3
• Final: 23.1

Washington has struggled with consistency in scoring, especially in the second quarter, where they average just 1.5 points. Their offense tends to perform better in the later stages of games, though, as seen in their higher third-quarter numbers.

Parkersburg South:

• Q1: 7.4
• Q2: 6.9
• Q3: 9.8
• Q4: 4.1
• Final: 28.2

Parkersburg South has been more consistent across all four quarters, particularly in the second and third quarters. Their scoring prowess has helped them maintain competitive performances throughout the game, averaging 28.2 points per game.

Team Stat Comparison

• Rushing Yards Per Game: Washington 226.6, Parkersburg South 181.2
• Passing Yards Per Game: Washington 130.9, Parkersburg South 175.5
• Receiving Yards Per Game: Washington 116.9, Parkersburg South 175.5
• Total Yards Per Game: Washington 357.5, Parkersburg South 356.7
• Tackles Per Game: Washington 64.8, Parkersburg South 85.3
• Sacks Per Game: Washington 3.2, Parkersburg South 1.6
• Points Per Game: Washington 21.3, Parkersburg South 23.5

Both teams have similar total yardage per game, but Washington has been more successful in their rushing attack, averaging 226.6 yards per game compared to Parkersburg South’s 181.2. However, Parkersburg South has the edge in passing and receiving yards. Defensively, Parkersburg South has the upper hand with more tackles per game, while Washington excels in sacking the quarterback.

Key Players

Washington:

• Allen Casey: 59.2 rushing yards per game
• Michael Thompson: 106.0 passing yards per game
• Isaah Beard: 46.0 receiving yards per game
• Kyree Brooks: 12.9 tackles per game

Washington’s offense revolves around Allen Casey’s dynamic rushing ability, while Michael Thompson contributes significantly through the air. On defense, Kyree Brooks is a standout with his tackles per game.

Parkersburg South:

• Eli Bartley: 141.4 rushing yards per game
• Collin Hayes: 168.7 passing yards per game
• Taj Joyce: 71.2 receiving yards per game
• Cole Middleton: 12.8 tackles per game

Parkersburg South’s offense is driven by Eli Bartley, who has been a key contributor in the rushing game. Collin Hayes provides stability in the passing game, with Taj Joyce serving as a reliable receiving option. Defensively, Cole Middleton leads the team with an average of 12.8 tackles per game.

Common Opponents Comparison

Both teams have faced several common opponents, providing insights into how they match up against similar competition:

• Washington vs. Woodrow Wilson: Lost 17-10
• Parkersburg South vs. Woodrow Wilson: Won 35-19
• Washington vs. John Marshall: Won 40-36
• Parkersburg South vs. John Marshall: Won 41-12
• Washington vs. Spring Mills: Lost 43-0
• Parkersburg South vs. Spring Mills: Lost 37-0

Parkersburg South has had a stronger showing against their common opponents, especially with wins over John Marshall and Woodrow Wilson. Washington, however, struggled against Spring Mills, a team that also posed a challenge for Parkersburg South.

Conclusion

Both Washington and Parkersburg South have displayed strong aspects of their game but also have areas in need of improvement. Washington’s strength lies in their rushing attack and ability to make plays late in games, while Parkersburg South boasts a more balanced offense and a solid defense, with more consistent production across all four quarters. Their head-to-head matchups against common opponents also reflect a slight edge for Parkersburg South, who has been able to notch more wins in those contests. However, Washington’s ability to win at home could be a crucial factor if the two teams meet in a postseason game.