The Leesville (LA) varsity football team will face Loyola College Prep (Shreveport, LA) in a neutral playoff game on Friday, November 22, at 7 p.m. This game is part of the 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division II Select tournament.

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

Comparing Loyola College Prep and Leesville High School Football Teams

The 2024-2025 high school football season has seen strong performances from both Loyola College Prep and Leesville High School, with both teams showing distinct strengths. As the regular season wraps up, we take a closer look at how these two Louisiana teams compare across various metrics, from scoring averages to individual leaders.

Team Records

• Loyola College Prep enters the postseason with a solid 7-4 overall record. Their district record stands at 4-3, with a better performance at home (5-1) than on the road (2-3). They’ve averaged 33.8 points per game, scoring a total of 372 points while allowing 226 points.
• Leesville, on the other hand, has had an impressive season with a 9-2 record. Their district performance is particularly strong at 4-1, and they have remained unbeaten at home with a 5-0 record. Their overall points scored is 503, with an average of 45.7 points per game. Defensively, they have allowed 299 points.

Scoring Breakdown

Both teams have demonstrated strong offensive performances, but Leesville has been the more potent offense on average:

• Loyola College Prep has shown a balanced offensive attack, averaging 13.9 points in the first quarter, then tapering off to 3.0 points in the fourth. They finish the game with an average of 33.8 points.
• Leesville starts off similarly strong, with 13.7 points in the first quarter, but they excel in the second quarter, scoring 15.6 points. Leesville’s offense remains consistent, closing the game with 45.7 points.

Offensive and Defensive Comparisons

• Rushing Yards: Leesville dominates in this category with an average of 294.0 rushing yards per game, compared to Loyola’s 161.5 yards.
• Passing Yards: Loyola College Prep is more proficient in the passing game, averaging 189.1 passing yards per game, while Leesville averages 154.5.
• Receiving Yards: Loyola also leads in receiving yards, with 189.1 yards per game, while Leesville records 151.9 yards.
• Total Yards: Leesville’s offense is more explosive, totaling 448.5 yards per game, compared to Loyola’s 350.6 yards.

Defensive Standouts

• Tackles Per Game: Loyola College Prep averages 67.3 tackles per game, slightly outperforming Leesville, which averages 60.8 tackles.
• Sacks: Both teams show modest sack totals, with Loyola averaging 1.1 sacks per game, and Leesville averaging 0.7 sacks per game.

Individual Leaders

• Loyola College Prep:
  • Mason Drake stands out as the team’s top rusher, with 111.5 rushing yards per game.
  • Bryce Restovich excels in the passing game, with 189.1 passing yards per game and 213.3 total yards per game.
  • Bennett Brewer leads the team in receiving with 62.2 yards per game.
  • On defense, Hayden Horton averages 9.2 tackles per game.
• Leesville:
  • Xavier Ford is the driving force on the ground, with 272.7 rushing yards per game.
  • Trel Broom contributes 164.2 passing yards per game, while Julius Brown leads the receiving corps with 60.6 receiving yards per game.
  • Maysn Escoffery Williams is a key defensive presence, with 9.8 tackles per game.

Record Breakdown by Category

When examining both teams’ season records:

• Loyola College Prep performs better at home with a 5-1 record but struggles more on the road with a 2-3 record.
• Leesville has been dominant both at home (5-0) and away (4-2), with a strong overall performance across the board.

Conclusion

Both Loyola College Prep and Leesville have had successful seasons, with each showcasing their unique strengths. Loyola College Prep boasts a more balanced offensive attack, especially in the passing and receiving game, and has solid defensive efforts. Leesville, however, has been a powerhouse on the ground, and their high-scoring offense, coupled with a strong home record, makes them a formidable contender.

As both teams head into the postseason, it will be interesting to see how their contrasting styles—Loyola’s balance versus Leesville’s rush-heavy offense—play out on the field.