The Acadiana Christian varsity football team from Lafayette, LA, will face Lighthouse Christian from Springfield, MO, in a neutral-site, non-conference game on Saturday, November 23, at 2:00 PM.

What: Louisiana High School Football
Who: Acadiana Christian (LA) vs Lighthouse Christian (LA)
When: Saturday, November 23, 2024
Time: 2:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Struggling Seasons: Lighthouse Christian and Acadiana Christian Football in 2024-25

The 2024-25 high school football season has been a challenging one for both Lighthouse Christian (MO) and Acadiana Christian (LA). Despite their efforts, both teams have found themselves facing significant obstacles on the field, reflected in their records and statistical performances. Here’s a breakdown of their seasons:

Season Records and Rankings

• Lighthouse Christian:
  • Record: 0-10 (0-4 in district play)
  • Points For (PF): 86
  • Points Against (PA): 380
  • State Rank: 278 (Missouri)
  • Win Percentage: 0.0%
• Acadiana Christian:
  • Record: 1-9 (0-3 in district play)
  • Points For (PF): 110
  • Points Against (PA): 416
  • State Rank: 307 (Louisiana)
  • Win Percentage: 10.0%

While neither team has had much success, Acadiana Christian managed one victory, giving them a slight edge in win percentage.

Team Scoring Averages

The scoring patterns of both teams underscore their struggles on offense:

• Lighthouse Christian:
  • Final Points Per Game: 8.6
  • Rarely managed to score in the first or third quarters.
• Acadiana Christian:
  • Final Points Per Game: 11.0
  • Scored primarily in the first quarter, but struggled to maintain momentum throughout games.

Statistical Comparison

Acadiana Christian consistently outperformed Lighthouse Christian in most offensive categories:

• Rushing Yards Per Game: Acadiana Christian (47.0) vs. Lighthouse Christian (4.7)
• Passing Yards Per Game: Acadiana Christian (124.0) vs. Lighthouse Christian (12.4)
• Total Yards Per Game: Acadiana Christian (171.0) vs. Lighthouse Christian (17.1)
• Points Per Game: Acadiana Christian (11.0) vs. Lighthouse Christian (0.6)

These disparities illustrate Acadiana Christian’s stronger offense, though both teams have struggled significantly compared to national averages.

Team Leaders

Individual performances provide some bright spots for both teams:

• Acadiana Christian:
  • Rushing: David Marcantel, 47.0 yards/game
  • Passing: Luke Smith, 124.0 yards/game
  • Receiving: David Marcantel, 55.0 yards/game
  • Scoring: Gabriel Neuville, 6.0 points/game

While Acadiana Christian’s leaders showed flashes of talent, their efforts were not enough to overcome the team’s overall struggles.

Common Opponents

Both teams faced Tomball Christian HomeSchool:

• Lighthouse Christian: Lost 56-0
• Acadiana Christian: Lost 69-0

These lopsided results against a shared opponent reflect the challenges both teams faced against tougher competition.

Concluding Thoughts

The 2024-25 season has been a difficult one for Lighthouse Christian and Acadiana Christian. While both teams demonstrated moments of effort and individual talent, consistent struggles on both sides of the ball left them unable to secure more victories. As the offseason approaches, rebuilding efforts and player development will be key as these programs aim for better results in future seasons.