The Bridgeport (WV) varsity football team will host Lewis County (Weston, WV) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 15, 2024, at 7:00 p.m.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: West Virginia High School Football
Who: Bridgeport vs Lewis County
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
“2024 WVSSAC Football Playoffs – AAA”
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

A Tale of Two Teams: Lewis County vs. Bridgeport – A Football Season Breakdown

As the 2024-2025 football season draws to a close, the contrast between Lewis County and Bridgeport football teams stands out starkly. One team is facing a balanced struggle, while the other is riding a perfect, unbeaten season. Let’s break down the rankings, records, and team performance of both schools as they head into the final stretch of the season.

Overall Records & Performance

Lewis County (24-25)

• Overall Record: 5-5
• Region Record: 4-4
• Home Record: 4-1
• Away Record: 1-4
• Win Percentage: 50%
• Region Win Percentage: 50%
• Points For (PF): 164
• Points Against (PA): 284

Lewis County has faced a relatively challenging season, with a balanced record of 5 wins and 5 losses. While their home games have been strong (4-1), their struggles on the road have been apparent (1-4). Scoring has also been an issue, as the team has scored just 164 points across the season, with a significant discrepancy in points allowed (284).

Bridgeport (24-25)

• Overall Record: 11-0
• Region Record: 7-0
• Home Record: 6-0
• Away Record: 5-0
• Win Percentage: 100%
• Region Win Percentage: 100%
• Points For (PF): 637
• Points Against (PA): 105

In stark contrast, Bridgeport has been nearly perfect, going 11-0 on the season. They’ve dominated both at home (6-0) and away (5-0), showcasing a potent offense and a suffocating defense. The numbers speak for themselves — scoring an impressive 637 points and allowing just 105, they are a force to be reckoned with this year.

Team Scoring Averages

The scoring dynamics of both teams reveal the clear difference in offensive capabilities.

• Lewis County’s Scoring Breakdown:
  • Q1: 3.5 points
  • Q2: 4.0 points
  • Q3: 0 points
  • Q4: 0 points
  • Final: 16.4 points per game

Lewis County’s offense has struggled throughout the season, particularly in the second half of games. They average just 16.4 points per game, with a significant dip in scoring during the second half, where they’ve failed to score in the third and fourth quarters on several occasions.

• Bridgeport’s Scoring Breakdown:
  • Q1: 21.3 points
  • Q2: 19.9 points
  • Q3: 6.3 points
  • Q4: 8.6 points
  • Final: 57.9 points per game

Bridgeport, on the other hand, has been explosive from start to finish. They average nearly 58 points per game, with dominant first-half performances that see them averaging over 40 points before halftime. Even when they slow down in the second half, their strong start is often enough to secure a commanding lead.

Common Opponents: Performance Comparison

Both teams faced a handful of the same opponents during the season, and their results highlight the contrasting outcomes.

• Fairmont Senior:
  • Lewis County: Lost 55-3
  • Bridgeport: Won 56-28 (twice)
• Lincoln:
  • Lewis County: Won 34-28
  • Bridgeport: Won 70-13
• Buckhannon-Upshur:
  • Lewis County: Won 35-7
  • Bridgeport: Won 77-0
• East Fairmont:
  • Lewis County: Lost 42-21
  • Bridgeport: Won 50-0

Bridgeport’s dominance is evident in these head-to-head matchups. While Lewis County managed some wins, their losses were far more lopsided, especially against top-tier teams like Fairmont Senior and East Fairmont. Bridgeport, however, not only won these games but did so decisively, often with scores reflecting their high-powered offense and tight defense.

Record Breakdown by Category

• Lewis County’s Breakdown:
  • League Record: 4-4
  • Non-League Record: 1-1
  • Common Opponents Record: 2-2
  • Home Record: 4-1
  • Away Record: 1-4

Lewis County’s 5-5 record shows a season that’s been full of ups and downs, but their home advantage has been a key factor in their successes.

• Bridgeport’s Breakdown:
  • League Record: 7-0
  • Non-League Record: 4-0
  • Common Opponents Record: 5-0
  • Home Record: 6-0
  • Away Record: 5-0

Bridgeport’s perfect 11-0 season is a testament to their all-around consistency, with a flawless 7-0 league record and dominance over common opponents.

Conclusion

As we approach the postseason, the differences between Lewis County and Bridgeport could not be clearer. While Lewis County has had a competitive but inconsistent season, Bridgeport has set the standard for excellence. Their perfect record and overwhelming offensive and defensive performances make them the team to watch as they prepare for the playoffs. For Lewis County, the season is a learning opportunity, and they’ll need to address their offensive struggles if they hope to compete with the region’s top teams in the future.