The Lafayette High School varsity football team (Williamsburg, VA) will host a home playoff game against Colonial Heights High School (VA) today, Friday, November 22, 2024, at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Virginia High School Football
Who: Lafayette vs Colonial Heights
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
“2024 VHSL Football State Brackets (Virginia) – Class 3 “
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

Analyzing the Matchup: Colonial Heights vs. Lafayette – A Tale of Two Teams

As the 2024 high school football season progresses, two Virginia teams, Colonial Heights and Lafayette, offer a striking contrast in performance, statistics, and potential. Both teams have faced similar opponents but achieved vastly different results, reflecting their standings and strategies. Here’s a breakdown of their seasons and what defines their campaigns so far.

Overall Performance

Colonial Heights (5-6)

• Win Percentage: .455
• Region Record: 1-4 (.200)
• Points For (PF): 212
• Points Against (PA): 340

Colonial Heights has struggled to establish dominance, particularly in regional play. They’ve had a few bright spots, including narrow wins over common opponents like New Kent (14-13) and Petersburg (33-14). However, their defense has been a liability, allowing significantly more points than they’ve scored.

Lafayette (11-0)

• Win Percentage: 1.000
• Region Record: 8-0 (1.000)
• Points For (PF): 506
• Points Against (PA): 59

Lafayette has showcased a dominant season, boasting an undefeated record. With a staggering 506 points scored and only 59 points allowed, they’ve been a powerhouse in both offense and defense. Wins over shared opponents like New Kent (45-0) and Petersburg (42-6) underline their superiority.

Scoring Trends

Lafayette’s ability to take early control of games stands out.

• First-Quarter Average: 21.5 points
• Final Average: 46.0 points

Colonial Heights has had a much slower offensive pace.

• First-Quarter Average: 4.7 points
• Final Average: 19.3 points

Lafayette’s explosive starts often put opponents on the back foot, while Colonial Heights struggles to maintain consistency throughout games.

Team Statistics

Colonial Heights’ Leaders:

• Najarn Bostic:
  • 93.0 rushing yards per game
  • 24.0 passing yards per game
  • 117.0 total yards per game
  • 24.0 points per game
• Aiden Ackerman: 6.0 tackles per game

Despite Colonial Heights’ struggles, Najarn Bostic has been a standout player, contributing across rushing, passing, and scoring. However, the team’s overall offensive output averages only 16.7 yards per game, highlighting a lack of depth and efficiency.

Lafayette’s Statistical Edge:
While Lafayette’s individual stats are not highlighted, their team success is clear. Dominance in every phase of the game is reflected in their lopsided victories and ability to maintain both offensive pressure and defensive resilience.

Head-to-Head Context and Common Opponents

Against common opponents, Lafayette has been overwhelmingly superior:

• New Kent: Lafayette won 45-0, while Colonial Heights narrowly edged them out twice (14-13, 35-34).
• Petersburg: Lafayette claimed a 42-6 victory, whereas Colonial Heights managed a 33-14 win.

The margins of victory underscore Lafayette’s capability to control games from start to finish, a stark contrast to Colonial Heights’ reliance on close contests.

Record Breakdown

• Home Records: Lafayette remains undefeated (6-0) at home, while Colonial Heights is 2-4.
• Playoff Experience: Both teams have one playoff win so far, though Lafayette’s form suggests they’re likely to go further.

Conclusion

Colonial Heights and Lafayette represent two different tiers of football performance. Colonial Heights is fighting to find consistency and cohesion, relying heavily on individual contributions from players like Najarn Bostic. Lafayette, on the other hand, has established itself as a juggernaut, blending offensive firepower and defensive solidity.

As the playoffs progress, Lafayette’s undefeated streak makes them a team to watch, while Colonial Heights will aim to leverage their resilience for an underdog narrative. Their seasons may share a timeline, but their paths and prospects couldn’t be more different.