The Leipsic Vikings (8-4) will face off against the St. John’s Bluejays (5-7) in a neutral playoff game on Friday, November 15, at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 OHSAA High School Football Playoff Brackets for Region 26 in Ohio.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Ohio High School Football
Who: Leipsic vs St. John’s
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7 PM
Bracket: 2024 OHSAA High School Football Playoff Brackets (Ohio) – Region 26
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Game preview: Leipsic vs St. John’s

As we dive into the 2024-2025 football season, a closer look at the rankings and records of St. John’s and Leipsic shows two teams with contrasting performances. Both teams have had their share of challenges, but their journeys through the season have highlighted different strengths and areas for improvement.

Team Overview

• St. John’s (24-25)
  • Overall: 5-7
  • Conference: 2-6
  • Home: 1-4
  • Away: 3-3
  • Neutral: 1-0
  • Win %: .417
  • Conference Win %: .250
  • Points For (PF): 210
  • Points Against (PA): 338
• Leipsic (24-25)
  • Overall: 8-4
  • Conference: 6-3
  • Home: 2-3
  • Away: 6-1
  • Win %: .667
  • Conference Win %: .667
  • Points For (PF): 291
  • Points Against (PA): 230

Scoring Averages and Team Performance

Looking at the scoring averages, Leipsic consistently performed better across all four quarters, finishing the game with a strong average of 24.3 points per game. Here’s the breakdown of their scoring by quarter:

• St. John’s:
  • 1st Quarter: 4.5
  • 2nd Quarter: 4.5
  • 3rd Quarter: 0
  • 4th Quarter: 2.3
  • Final Average: 17.5 points per game
• Leipsic:
  • 1st Quarter: 5.0
  • 2nd Quarter: 1.5
  • 3rd Quarter: 4.5
  • 4th Quarter: 3.0
  • Final Average: 24.3 points per game

Leipsic’s ability to score more consistently, particularly in the first quarter, was crucial to their overall success. On the other hand, St. John’s struggled in the third quarter and had a lackluster scoring performance late in games, which impacted their ability to close out contests.

Head-to-Head & Record Breakdown

Although both teams participated in a variety of league and non-league games, their overall performance differs considerably.

• St. John’s:
  • In-state record: 5-7
  • Non-league: 1-1
  • Home: 1-4
  • Away: 3-3
  • Playoff: 2-0
• Leipsic:
  • In-state record: 8-4
  • Non-league: 0-0
  • Home: 2-3
  • Away: 6-1
  • Playoff: 2-0

Leipsic’s success on the road was a standout feature, boasting a remarkable 6-1 record away from home. St. John’s, by contrast, had a much tougher time at home with only one win and four losses. Both teams have performed well in their respective playoff appearances, each going 2-0.

Conclusion

In summary, the 2024-2025 season showcased some distinct contrasts between St. John’s and Leipsic. While St. John’s faced difficulties in their league play, Leipsic demonstrated solid consistency both at home and on the road. Leipsic’s strong start in games and their overall offensive output were key to their success. St. John’s will need to address their scoring inconsistency and their home-game struggles in future seasons. Both teams, however, managed to find success in the postseason, offering hope for what’s to come in the future.