The Loreauville (LA) varsity football team will host Marksville (LA) in a home playoff game today at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division III Non-Select tournament.
What: Louisiana High School Football
Who: Loreauville (LA) vs Marksville (LA)
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division III Non-Select
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network
Marksville vs. Loreauville: A Clash of Local Football Titans
The Marksville Tigers and Loreauville Tigers are two high schools with rich football traditions, each striving to make their mark in the 2024-2025 season. As both teams gear up for their matchups, their season statistics and performances have already provided an intriguing glimpse into what might come. Let’s take a look at how these teams compare heading into their upcoming games.
Season Overview: Marksville vs. Loreauville
Marksville Tigers (24-25):
- Record: 5-5 overall, 2-3 in district play
- Home Record: 1-4
- Away Record: 4-1
- Points For: 268
- Points Against: 240
- Win Percentage: .500
- District Win Percentage: .400
The Marksville Tigers have shown resilience this season. Although their record is .500 overall, they have demonstrated strong performances on the road with a 4-1 record away from home. They will look to turn around their district play and build on their scoring ability, averaging 26.8 points per game.
Loreauville Tigers (24-25):
- Record: 4-5 overall, 4-1 in district play
- Home Record: 1-3
- Away Record: 3-2
- Points For: 272
- Points Against: 196
- Win Percentage: .444
- District Win Percentage: .800
Loreauville, with a slightly worse overall record than Marksville, has dominated its district games with a strong 4-1 record. Their ability to win district matchups is impressive and gives them a slight edge in their conference. Averaging 30.2 points per game, they’ve shown more consistency in scoring, which will be key moving forward.
Offensive & Defensive Comparison
Both teams have had their ups and downs, but let’s break down their performance statistics:
Marksville:
- Rushing Yards Per Game: 195.6
- Passing Yards Per Game: 87.5
- Receiving Yards Per Game: 88.9
- Total Yards Per Game: 283.1
- Points Per Game: 25.1
The Marksville Tigers boast a solid rushing attack, led by Kyreon Prier, who averages 80.1 rushing yards per game. Their passing game is led by Devin Lavalais, with 81.0 yards per game. Despite some struggles in defense, with only 45.8 tackles per game and limited sacks (0.7), Marksville has been an offensive force.
Loreauville:
- Total Yards Per Game: Not provided but expected to be around the same range
- Points Per Game: 30.2
While specific offensive breakdowns for Loreauville are not detailed, their high points per game (30.2) indicate a potent offense, which has been effective both at home and on the road. Defensively, Loreauville has been more solid, limiting opponents to just 196 points over the course of the season, giving them an average of 21.8 points allowed per game.
Key Players to Watch
For Marksville, standout player Kyreon Prier has been an anchor in their offense, rushing for 80.1 yards per game. Quarterback Devin Lavalais has been critical both in passing and total yardage, tallying 148.1 total yards per game. On defense, Travis Palmer leads with 8.0 tackles per game, showing the Tigers’ resolve on the defensive side.
For Loreauville, Devin Lavalais is again a key player to watch, contributing significantly in both passing and total offense. While their rushing statistics are not specified, their overall yardage and balanced offense make them dangerous. Their defense, led by Dashawn Jones, has also been more disciplined, with a solid tackler in Travis Palmer who could make a difference in stalling Marksville’s offensive momentum.
Common Opponents: Marksville vs. Loreauville
Both teams have faced similar competition, although Marksville and Loreauville have had different outcomes. Marksville has not played a game against a common opponent so far this season, but Loreauville faced Erath earlier in the season and suffered a narrow 14-7 defeat. This result could provide insights into how both teams might perform against shared rivals as the season progresses.
Final Thoughts
Heading into their respective matchups, the Marksville Tigers are a team that thrives on their road games, and will need to improve their performance in district play to secure a spot in the playoffs. Meanwhile, Loreauville Tigers have been more consistent in their district play and have a better record against district opponents, but will need to work on their road form to challenge for the top spots.
As both teams continue their seasons, the battle for district supremacy will surely heat up, with each side looking to build on their strong offensive and defensive traits. Whether it’s Marksville’s offensive firepower or Loreauville’s ability to shine in district play, fans can expect an exciting finish to the season as these two teams continue their pursuit of glory.
