The Iota (LA) varsity football team will face Lakeshore (Mandeville, LA) in a neutral playoff game on Friday, November 22, at 7 PM. This matchup is part of the 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division II Non-Select tournament.

What: Louisiana High School Football
Who: Iota (LA) vs Lakeshore (LA)
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division II Non-Select
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Lakeshore vs. Iota: A Breakdown of Two High School Football Powerhouses

As the 2024-2025 high school football season continues, two teams have emerged as notable contenders in their respective regions—Lakeshore and Iota. Both teams have had impressive performances, but with distinct strengths and statistics that highlight their playing styles and achievements. Here’s a detailed comparison based on their overall records, district performances, scoring averages, and more.

Team Records and Overall Performance

Lakeshore

• Overall Record: 8-3
• District Record: 2-2
• Home Record: 6-0
• Away Record: 2-3
• Win Percentage: .727
• District Win Percentage: .500
• Points Scored (PF): 395
• Points Allowed (PA): 227

Lakeshore has enjoyed a solid season with an overall winning record of 8-3. The team has been especially dominant on their home field, boasting a perfect 6-0 record at home, which has been crucial for their success. Their district performance, however, is more mixed with a 2-2 record, indicating some challenges within league play. Lakeshore’s offense has been potent, scoring 395 points, while their defense has been relatively solid, allowing 227 points across the season.

Iota

• Overall Record: 9-2
• District Record: 5-1
• Home Record: 6-0
• Away Record: 3-2
• Win Percentage: .818
• District Win Percentage: .833
• Points Scored (PF): 330
• Points Allowed (PA): 188

Iota has had an even more successful season, finishing with a 9-2 overall record. The team’s district performance has been outstanding, with a 5-1 record, showing their dominance within their league. Like Lakeshore, Iota has been nearly unbeatable at home with a 6-0 record. Their defense has been even more impressive, allowing only 188 points throughout the season, which is a lower number than Lakeshore’s. However, Iota’s offense, while potent, scored fewer points at 330, compared to Lakeshore’s 395.

Scoring Averages and Game Performance

Both teams have shown their offensive capabilities, though their scoring patterns differ slightly. Here’s a breakdown of their scoring averages by quarter:

Lakeshore Scoring Average

• Q1: 10.5
• Q2: 7.0
• Q3: 0
• Q4: 7.0
• Final: 35.9

Lakeshore starts strong in the first quarter, averaging 10.5 points. However, their scoring drops off in the second and third quarters, with a particularly quiet third quarter. Despite these dips, they finish strong with another 7 points in the fourth quarter. This pattern suggests that Lakeshore’s offense tends to have its strongest stretches early in the game and after halftime, although the third quarter remains a challenge.

Iota Scoring Average

• Q1: 11.7
• Q2: 11.7
• Q3: 0
• Q4: 4.7
• Final: 30.0

Iota’s scoring is more balanced between the first and second quarters, both averaging 11.7 points. However, similar to Lakeshore, Iota experiences a dip in the third quarter. Their fourth quarter scoring drops significantly to just 4.7 points. Despite this, their consistent first-half performance allows them to maintain a high overall scoring average of 30 points per game.

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

While the two teams have not faced each other directly this season, they share some common opponents, which may offer insight into their comparative strengths. Both teams have shown resilience against non-league competition, with Iota winning 6 of their 6 home games and Lakeshore winning the same number. The head-to-head matchup remains unexplored, but both teams have proven themselves formidable in their respective regions.

Conclusion

Lakeshore and Iota each bring unique strengths to the table. Lakeshore has demonstrated explosive offense, particularly in the early game, while Iota has been consistently dominant in district play and particularly strong defensively. As the season progresses, both teams will look to continue their impressive campaigns and maintain their momentum in the playoffs. Fans of high school football in Louisiana have plenty to look forward to, as these two teams continue to battle for dominance in the region.