The Dunham (Baton Rouge, LA) varsity football team will play a home playoff game against Parkview Baptist (Baton Rouge, LA) on Friday, November 22, at 7:00 PM. This matchup is part of the 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division III Select tournament.

What: Louisiana High School Football
Who: Dunham (LA) vs Parkview Baptist (LA)
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Where: Dunham School
Bracket: 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division III Select
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Football Playoff Preview: Parkview Baptist vs. Dunham

As the playoffs heat up, the Parkview Baptist Eagles are set to face off against the undefeated Dunham Tigers in an exciting matchup on Friday, November 22. The game will be held at Dunham’s home field in Baton Rouge, LA, at 7 p.m. This showdown is shaping up to be a key battle, with both teams boasting impressive seasons.

Parkview Baptist (7-4)

The Eagles enter the game with a 7-4 overall record and a 4-2 district record. Though their season has had its ups and downs, Parkview Baptist has shown resilience, particularly in away games, where they hold a solid 3-1 record. The Eagles have scored a total of 365 points this season while allowing 269, which translates to an average of 33.2 points per game. Their scoring is fairly balanced, with 2.3 points in the first and third quarters and 4.7 points in the second and fourth quarters. However, their recent performance against Dunham in the season opener was a tough one, as they were shut out 46-0.

Dunham (11-0)

Dunham, on the other hand, has been virtually unstoppable this season. With a perfect 11-0 record, the Tigers are a powerhouse in both their district and beyond, holding a flawless 6-0 district record. Their dominance is reflected in their scoring, with an average of 38.5 points per game. While the full breakdown of their quarter-by-quarter scoring hasn’t been released, their performance has been nothing short of impressive. The Tigers’ defense has also been stellar, allowing only 84 points all season. They have shown no signs of slowing down, even defeating Parkview Baptist 46-0 in their previous encounter earlier in September.

Head-to-Head History

The two teams met earlier in the season on September 6, 2024, where Dunham emerged victorious with a dominant 46-0 scoreline. The Tigers’ defense stifled Parkview Baptist, and their offense overwhelmed the Eagles. This prior result is a clear indicator of the Tigers’ current strength and form as they enter the playoffs.

Team Breakdown

• Parkview Baptist (7-4):
  • Record: 7-4 overall, 4-2 district
  • Scoring: 33.2 points per game
  • Home: 4-3 record
  • Away: 3-1 record
  • Playoff Record: 0-0
• Dunham (11-0):
  • Record: 11-0 overall, 6-0 district
  • Scoring: 38.5 points per game
  • Home: 4-0 record
  • Away: 6-0 record
  • Playoff Record: 1-0

Dunham’s perfect record and impressive defense make them the favorites heading into this matchup, but Parkview Baptist will be looking to turn the tide in this playoff rematch. Can the Eagles overcome their past defeat and challenge the Tigers in their own den? We’ll find out Friday night.