The Galena (IL) varsity football team will play a neutral playoff game against LeRoy (IL) on Saturday, November 16, at 1 p.m. This game is part of the 2024 Illinois High School Football Playoff Brackets for Class 1A.

What: Illinois High School Football
Who: Galena (IL) vs LeRoy (IL)
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Illinois High School Football Playoff Brackets: IHSA – Class 1A
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

LeRoy and Galena Basketball: A Tale of Two Teams in the 2024-2025 Season

As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, LeRoy and Galena are two teams that stand out for their distinctive performances, with LeRoy emerging as an undefeated powerhouse and Galena battling through a more balanced season. Let’s dive into the statistics and what sets these teams apart in terms of rankings, records, and team dynamics.

LeRoy: A Perfect Season So Far

LeRoy has been nothing short of dominant in the 2024-2025 basketball season. With an undefeated record of 11-0 overall, including a flawless 8-0 record in conference play, they have proven to be a force to be reckoned with in Illinois high school basketball. The team has excelled in all aspects of the game, including offense and defense, scoring 512 points while only allowing 113 across their 11 games, which highlights their defensive strength.

Scoring Breakdown:

• The team averages 46.5 points per game (PPG), with their most impressive quarters being Q2 (17.3 PPG) and Q1 (11.3 PPG).
• LeRoy’s ability to control the game and dominate from the first whistle is evident as they consistently score high in the early periods, securing significant leads that they rarely relinquish.

Their home and away records are just as impressive, with an unblemished 6-0 mark at home and 4-0 on the road. In addition, they have yet to lose in neutral site games, demonstrating that their success is not just confined to familiar territory.

Galena: A Season of Challenges and Triumphs

In contrast, Galena’s 2024-2025 season has been a mix of highs and lows, with an overall record of 7-4. The team has shown resilience, with a balanced 4-4 record in conference play and a 3-2 mark both at home and on the road. While Galena may not be undefeated like LeRoy, their record is still respectable, and they’ve demonstrated the ability to compete at a high level.

Scoring Breakdown:

• Galena averages 23.5 points per game, a significant difference from LeRoy’s output, and their highest scoring quarter comes in Q4 (9.3 PPG). This indicates that while they may struggle early, they are often able to fight back in the latter stages of the game.
• Despite their lower scoring output, Galena has managed to keep their games close, as evidenced by their relatively narrow point differential (258 points for, 246 points against).

In terms of location, Galena’s performance at home and away has been somewhat consistent, though they have struggled on the road with a 3-2 record, while they remain perfect in neutral-site games (1-0).

Head-to-Head and Record Breakdown

While these two teams have not faced off against one another yet this season, their overall performance tells a story of contrasting strengths. LeRoy’s dominance, particularly in conference play, sets them apart from many of their rivals, while Galena has proven to be a capable contender despite some bumps along the way.

• Overall Record: LeRoy (11-0), Galena (7-4)
• Conference Record: LeRoy (8-0), Galena (4-4)
• Home Record: LeRoy (6-0), Galena (3-2)
• Away Record: LeRoy (4-0), Galena (3-2)
• Neutral Record: LeRoy (1-0), Galena (1-0)

Both teams are performing well within their respective divisions, but LeRoy’s undefeated run and strong conference record make them the team to beat in their class.

Conclusion

As the season unfolds, LeRoy and Galena will continue to build on their unique strengths. LeRoy’s commanding performance, especially in the early stages of games, has set a high bar, while Galena’s resilience and ability to fight back—especially in the second half—make them a formidable opponent in any match-up. Whether these two teams will cross paths in the postseason remains to be seen, but for now, LeRoy’s perfect record stands as a testament to their dominance in Illinois high school basketball for the 2024-2025 season.