The Lunenburg Central (Victoria, VA) varsity football team will host Greensville County (Emporia, VA) for a home playoff game today at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Virginia High School Football
Who: Greensville County vs Lunenburg Central
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
“2024 VHSL Football State Brackets (Virginia) – Class 2”
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

A Season Recap: Greensville County vs. Lunenburg Central Football Performance

As the 2024-2025 Virginia high school football season progresses, two teams from the same region, Greensville County and Lunenburg Central, have turned heads with their competitive performances. With both teams posting impressive records and showcasing distinct strengths, it’s clear that each is striving for supremacy in their respective leagues. Here’s a closer look at their season performance, key stats, and head-to-head comparison.

Team Overview

Greensville County enters the season with a record of 6-5 overall and 5-1 in region play. Their overall win percentage stands at a respectable .545, while their region performance is exceptional at .833, with 268 points scored and 307 points allowed. Despite some early season struggles, Greensville County has proven their ability to rise to the occasion in regional matchups.

Lunenburg Central, on the other hand, has demonstrated a higher win percentage, going 6-3 overall and 4-1 in their region. With a .667 win percentage and an impressive .800 region win rate, Lunenburg Central has managed to score 278 points while allowing only 114—an impressive defensive performance that stands out in the region. Their well-rounded play and ability to dominate teams both at home and on the road make them a formidable opponent.

Team Scoring Averages

Both teams have seen success due to their offensive capabilities, though their scoring patterns differ. Greensville County averages 24.4 points per game, but their scoring is somewhat sporadic, as they’ve struggled to find consistency in the first three quarters. By contrast, Lunenburg Central averages 30.9 points per game, with a more balanced attack across all quarters, but particularly strong performances in the first half (16.0 points in the first quarter and 16.7 points in the second). This consistency has proven to be a key to their success.

Common Opponents: A Comparative Look

Both teams have faced several common opponents during the season, providing some insight into how they perform against similar competition. Greensville County holds a 1-1 record against common opponents, while Lunenburg Central has gone 2-0, showing their dominance against shared foes.

• Greensville County vs. Nottoway: On September 6, 2024, Greensville County lost to Nottoway 34-20, a result that shows they had difficulty against this team.
• Lunenburg Central vs. Nottoway: On October 18, 2024, Lunenburg Central dominated Nottoway 42-14, demonstrating their ability to handle this opponent decisively.

In their other common game, Greensville County secured a 22-20 win over Brunswick on November 8, 2024, while Lunenburg Central had a dominant 35-0 victory over Brunswick on September 13, 2024.

Record Breakdown

A breakdown of both teams’ records reveals a few key trends:

• Greensville County: Their strong regional record (5-1) is a major highlight, though their non-league play (1-4) shows where they could improve. They’ve proven competitive at home (3-3) and on the road (3-2), though their playoff performance remains untested with no postseason games played yet.
• Lunenburg Central: With a solid 5-1 home record, Lunenburg Central has shown their strength at home but struggles when playing away, with only a 1-2 record in those matchups. Like Greensville County, they’ve also yet to experience postseason play this season.

Key Takeaways

While both Greensville County and Lunenburg Central have had their ups and downs, each team has proven they belong at the top of their region. Lunenburg Central’s ability to dominate in the first half and maintain a strong defensive presence sets them apart, but Greensville County’s ability to hold their own in regional play and bounce back from early setbacks makes them a tough opponent.

As the season progresses, both teams will look to refine their gameplay, and the upcoming matchups between these two squads could be pivotal in determining which team will emerge as the region’s top contender. The head-to-head competition, the consistency of Lunenburg Central’s scoring, and Greensville County’s resilience will be key factors to watch.