The varsity football team from The Christian Academy-Louisville (Louisville, KY) will play a home playoff game against Lexington Catholic (Lexington, KY) on Friday, November 29, at 7:30 p.m. This match is part of the 2024 Kentucky High School Football Playoff Brackets: KHSAA – Class 3A tournament.
What: Kentucky High School Football
Who: Christian Academy-Louisville (KY) vs Lexington Catholic (KY)
When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Kentucky High School Football Playoff Brackets: KHSAA – Class 3A
Live stream: Watch here
High School Football Season Recap: Lexington Catholic vs. Christian Academy-Louisville
The 2024-25 high school football season in Kentucky has delivered thrilling matchups, with two teams standing out: Lexington Catholic and Christian Academy-Louisville. Both teams displayed impressive records and showcased their unique strengths throughout the season. Here’s a breakdown of their performances and head-to-head comparisons.
Season Overview
Lexington Catholic (24-25)
- Overall Record: 8-6
- District Record: 3-0
- Home Record: 4-3
- Away Record: 3-3
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Win Percentage: .571
- District Win Percentage: 1.000
- Points For (PF): 444
- Points Against (PA): 315
Lexington Catholic has demonstrated resilience, particularly in district games, where they maintained an undefeated record. The team’s offense averaged 31.7 points per game over the season, with scoring averages spread across four quarters (Q1: 10.7, Q2: 7.7, Q3: 5.4, Q4: 6.6). Their strong start and competitive nature were evident, although they struggled with consistency on the road.
Christian Academy-Louisville (24-25)
- Overall Record: 10-3
- District Record: 2-1
- Home Record: 5-1
- Away Record: 4-2
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Win Percentage: .769
- District Win Percentage: .667
- Points For (PF): 499
- Points Against (PA): 202
Christian Academy-Louisville, meanwhile, had a standout season marked by their high-scoring offense, which posted an impressive 38.4 points per game. Their scoring was heavily concentrated in the second quarter (14.0 points), indicating a potent burst of offense during that period. They closed the season with a 10-3 record, boasting an 8-3 mark in-state.
Head-to-Head Record
Lexington Catholic and Christian Academy-Louisville did not face off directly during the regular season. However, their season narratives were influenced by shared opponents, such as Lexington Christian, where both teams suffered losses. Lexington Catholic fell to Lexington Christian 42-23, while Christian Academy-Louisville was defeated 41-34.
Common Opponents
- Lexington Catholic vs. Lexington Christian: Lexington Catholic (0-1)
- Christian Academy-Louisville vs. Lexington Christian: Christian Academy-Louisville (0-1)
This shared experience highlights the competitive nature of their schedules and the challenges posed by mutual rivals.
Record Analysis
The season’s data provides an interesting view of how each team adapted and performed:
- Lexington Catholic maintained a perfect record in district games but faced challenges in non-league matchups, contributing to their 8-6 record.
- Christian Academy-Louisville, on the other hand, displayed greater overall consistency with a 10-3 record, demonstrating a well-rounded team that performed well at home (5-1) and secured a winning record on the road (4-2).
Final Thoughts
Lexington Catholic’s season showed that while they were a formidable force in district play, they had room for improvement in consistency, especially in non-district games. Christian Academy-Louisville’s season underscored their status as a top-tier team in Kentucky, with an impressive offense and strong performances both at home and away.
As the teams look ahead, their experiences and statistics this season will serve as important benchmarks for future competition. The rivalry and shared challenges between these teams, coupled with their individual strengths, set the stage for what could be even more exciting matchups in the future.
