The Haynesville (LA) varsity football team will host a home playoff game against Welsh (LA) today at 7:30 p.m. This match is part of the “2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division IV Non-Select” tournament.

What: Louisiana High School Football
Who: Haynesville (LA) vs Welsh (LA)
When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Where: Haynesville High School
Bracket: 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division IV Non-Select
Live stream: Watch here

Comparing Welsh and Haynesville: A Season in Review

The 2024-25 football season showcased a stark contrast in the performance of two Louisiana high school teams: Welsh and Haynesville. Their respective seasons were marked by significant differences in overall success, offensive output, and consistency. Here’s a closer look at how these teams fared and what their numbers reveal.

Overall Performance Welsh had a commendable season, finishing with an overall record of 6-5. While this indicates a respectable showing, it also highlights their challenges within the competitive landscape. Their district record was 1-2, which underlines the obstacles they faced against league rivals. At home, they were able to secure a 4-2 record, but their away games were notably more difficult, resulting in a 2-3 record.

In contrast, Haynesville displayed unmatched dominance throughout their season, posting a perfect record of 12-0. Their performance in the district was impeccable, with a 6-0 sweep that included victories at home (6-0) and on the road (6-0). Haynesville’s defense and offense were formidable, contributing to a flawless season.

Scoring Averages and Game Dynamics When comparing scoring averages, Welsh and Haynesville also demonstrate contrasting offensive profiles. Welsh’s scoring average per quarter was 7.0 in the first, 13.0 in the second, 21.0 in the third, and 7.0 in the fourth. This shows a team that generally gained momentum through the game, peaking in the third quarter before tapering off in the final period. Their final scoring average per game stood at 31.3 points.

Haynesville, on the other hand, boasted an impressive offensive consistency throughout their games, with scoring averages of 11.6 in the first quarter, 10.0 in the second, 12.2 in the third, and 9.0 in the fourth. This equated to a formidable final average of 46.6 points per game, reflecting their ability to consistently outpace opponents.

Defensive and Offensive Efficiency The numbers also reflect a sharp difference in defensive capabilities. Welsh allowed an average of 315 points over the season, yielding an average of 28.6 points per game. This suggests that while their offense was competent, defensive lapses often hindered their chances of winning crucial games.

Haynesville’s defense was a cornerstone of their success, only conceding 115 points throughout the entire season. This translates to an average of just 9.6 points allowed per game, emphasizing their robust defensive strategy and balance between offense and defense.

Record Breakdown by Category Examining their records further:

• League Performance: Welsh finished with a 1-2 district record, reflecting their struggles within the competitive district play. Haynesville, in contrast, thrived with a perfect 6-0 district record.
• Non-League Performance: Welsh held a 4-3 record in non-league games, showcasing a mix of competitive performances. Haynesville dominated in non-league contests, posting a flawless 5-0 record.
• Neutral and Playoff Games: Welsh had no neutral or significant playoff wins to highlight, while Haynesville was 1-0 in neutral games and maintained an impressive 11-0 in-state record.

Conclusion Welsh and Haynesville represented two ends of the spectrum in the 2024-25 football season. While Welsh demonstrated resilience with a solid overall record, Haynesville’s perfect 12-0 campaign underscored their dominance and strategic execution. Welsh’s improvements in certain areas, such as third-quarter scoring, show potential, but the disparity in defensive and overall game consistency ultimately set Haynesville apart as the superior team of the season.