The Pope John Paul II (Slidell, LA) varsity football team has a home playoff game vs. Holy Savior Menard (Alexandria, LA) on Friday, November 15 at 7 pm.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Louisiana High School Football
Who: Pope John Paul II (LA) vs. Holy Savior Menard (LA)
When: Friday, November 15
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
Playoff Preview: Holy Savior Menard vs. Pope John Paul II
The excitement is building as the Holy Savior Menard (HSMHS) Eagles will face off against the Pope John Paul II (PJPII) Jaguars in a crucial playoff matchup on Friday, November 15, 2024, at 7:00 PM. This game, a part of the 2024 Louisiana High School Athletic Association (LHSAA) Division III Select playoffs, will be held at Pope John Paul II’s home field in Slidell, LA.
Holy Savior Menard’s Playoff Push
The Holy Savior Menard Eagles enter the game with a 4-6 overall record and a 2-2 district record. While their season has had its ups and downs, they have the opportunity to turn things around in the postseason. The team has struggled on the road this season, with a 0-5 away record, but they’ll be looking to bring their best performance to the field in this high-stakes matchup. Offensively, Holy Savior Menard has averaged 14.4 points per game, with the bulk of their scoring occurring in the second quarter (4.3 points) and a strong finish in the first quarter (2.3 points). However, they have faced challenges maintaining momentum in the second half, as evidenced by their average of just 2.0 points in the third quarter and 0 in the fourth.
Pope John Paul II’s Strong Season
In contrast, Pope John Paul II enters this game as one of the stronger teams in the Division III Select bracket with an 8-2 overall record. The Jaguars have been dominant at home with a 4-1 record and have proven themselves just as effective on the road, posting a 4-1 record away from home as well. With a solid win percentage of .800 and an impressive district record of 3-1, they have shown consistency throughout the season. Pope John Paul II’s offense has been potent, averaging 35.0 points per game. The Jaguars’ scoring has been spread throughout the game, with a particularly strong first quarter where they average 14.6 points. They have also been able to stay productive in the second and third quarters, averaging 5.4 and 8.2 points, respectively. Though their scoring drops slightly in the fourth quarter, they still have a commanding lead at the final whistle.
The Matchup
This game will be a test of contrasting styles, with Holy Savior Menard needing to find ways to generate more offense in the second half and capitalize on their opportunities early in the game. Pope John Paul II, on the other hand, will look to continue their offensive momentum and leverage their strong overall record and high scoring averages.
Fans can expect an exciting game as both teams vie for a chance to move forward in the 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs. With Pope John Paul II’s balanced offensive attack and Holy Savior Menard’s playoff determination, this game promises to deliver plenty of action under the Friday night lights.
