The General Trass (Lake Providence, LA) varsity football team is set to host a home playoff game against Centerville (LA) today at 7 PM. This game is part of the 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division IV Non-Select tournament.

What: Louisiana High School Football
Who: General Trass (LA) vs Centerville (LA)
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division IV Non-Select
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Centerville vs. General Trass: A Comparative Analysis of 2024-25 Football Season Performance

As the 2024-25 football season comes to a close, teams like Centerville and General Trass have emerged with notable achievements and varying degrees of success. A deeper look into their rankings, performance stats, and individual player contributions reveals the nuances of their season so far.

Record Breakdown

Centerville enters the season with a 4-5 overall record, showing a mix of triumphs and struggles. In district play, they sit at 1-3, indicating a tough competition against league rivals. Their home record mirrors this challenge, with a 1-3 mark, while they have slightly fared better on the road with a 3-2 record. However, their win percentage stands at just .444, far from dominating the competition.

In contrast, General Trass has managed to outperform Centerville with a 6-4 overall record. They have a strong showing in district play, with a 3-2 mark, and a dominant 4-1 record on the road. Their overall win percentage of .600 reflects their competitiveness, particularly in district matchups.

Scoring and Team Efficiency

Centerville has struggled with consistent scoring, averaging just 19.9 points per game. Their scoring breakdown by quarters shows a drop-off in production in the latter halves of games, with Q1 (4.9) and Q2 (8.6) being their strongest quarters. In comparison, their scoring averages in Q3 (2.9) and Q4 (3.6) reveal a tendency to fade as games progress. This inconsistency likely impacts their overall performance, leaving them unable to finish strong in several contests.

General Trass, on the other hand, boasts a significantly higher scoring average, putting up 34.6 points per game. Their scoring across quarters also shows a more balanced approach, particularly with a strong overtime performance (14.0), which could be indicative of resilience and adaptability when games are on the line. Despite their lower first-quarter average (1.5), General Trass appears to get stronger as the game progresses, outpacing opponents in the later stages.

Team Stat Comparison

When comparing key team statistics, Centerville lags behind General Trass in several important categories:

• Rushing Yards Per Game: Centerville averages 136.8 yards, while General Trass leads with 222.9 yards.
• Passing Yards Per Game: Centerville stands at 75.8 yards, and General Trass is slightly ahead with 82.7 yards.
• Total Yards Per Game: General Trass again pulls ahead with 305.6 yards compared to Centerville’s 212.6 yards.

The differences in these metrics suggest that General Trass relies on a more dynamic offense capable of gaining yards both on the ground and through the air. Centerville, with its lower total yardage, likely faces difficulties in maintaining offensive drives and sustaining momentum.

Defensive and Special Teams Overview

In terms of defensive output, Centerville records an average of 35.8 tackles per game, while General Trass is slightly better with 37.6 tackles per game. This reflects a slightly higher level of defensive intensity for General Trass, which likely contributes to their more successful record. Both teams show minimal sack production, with Centerville recording 1.1 sacks per game and General Trass at 1.4 sacks per game.

Interestingly, Centerville has made only 1 pancake block on the season, a statistic that indicates they may struggle in terms of offensive line dominance, while General Trass has a slightly higher total with 6 pancake blocks.

Individual Player Highlights

Centerville’s standout player is #10 Arthur Belanger, who leads the team in rushing with 64.7 yards per game. He is followed by quarterback Jaxon Frederick, who contributes 75.8 passing yards and 116.3 total yards per game. On defense, Joshua Johnson leads with 4.8 tackles per game.

For General Trass, Ahmoniee Williams is the team’s top performer, contributing an impressive 106.0 rushing yards per game and 197.9 total yards per game. Quarterback Anton Davis also shines with 61.9 receiving yards per game and a solid 91.9 passing yards per game. On defense, Joshua Hopkins leads with 7.7 tackles per game.

Conclusion

In summary, General Trass clearly stands out as the stronger team in terms of both offensive and defensive efficiency. With a higher overall and district win percentage, as well as more balanced scoring, they have the advantage going into the latter stages of the season. On the other hand, Centerville will need to address their offensive inconsistency, particularly in the second half of games, and improve their rushing and total yardage if they hope to finish the season on a stronger note.

As both teams look ahead, it will be crucial for each to capitalize on their respective strengths: General Trass’ high-powered offense and resilient defense, and Centerville’s ability to find consistency and finish games stronger.