The Mandeville (LA) varsity football team will host Thibodaux (LA) today at 7 p.m. for a home playoff game. This matchup is part of the 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) in the Division I Non-Select tournament.

What: Louisiana High School Football
Who: Mandeville (LA) vs Thibodaux (LA)
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division I Non-Select
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

High School Football Comparison: Thibodaux vs. Mandeville

As the high school football season progresses, two Louisiana teams—Thibodaux and Mandeville—stand out with impressive records and unique playstyles. Here’s a detailed comparison of their 2024-2025 seasons, including their overall performance, team stats, and key players.

Overall Records and Performance

• Thibodaux (24-25):
  • Overall Record: 4-5
  • District Record: 1-5
  • Home Record: 1-3
  • Away Record: 3-1
  • Neutral Site Record: 0-1
  • Win Percentage: 44.4%
  • District Win Percentage: 16.7%
  • Points For (PF): 233
  • Points Against (PA): 248

  Thibodaux has had a mixed season with a solid away performance (3-1) but struggles in district play (1-5). Their offense has put up decent numbers, though their defense has given up more points than they’ve scored.

• Mandeville (24-25):
  • Overall Record: 9-1
  • District Record: 3-1
  • Home Record: 5-1
  • Away Record: 4-0
  • Win Percentage: 90.0%
  • District Win Percentage: 75.0%
  • Points For (PF): 427
  • Points Against (PA): 167

  Mandeville, on the other hand, has had an exceptional season, with a standout 9-1 record. Their performance at home and on the road has been equally strong, boasting a 9-0 record in non-neutral games. Their offense has been explosive, and their defense has been much more solid than Thibodaux’s.

Team Scoring Averages

• Thibodaux:
  • Q1: 7.0
  • Q2: 10.0
  • Q3: 0.0
  • Q4: 0.0
  • Final: 25.9 Thibodaux’s scoring is relatively balanced in the first two quarters, but they struggle significantly in the second half, particularly in the third and fourth quarters, where they fail to score.
• Mandeville:
  • Q1: 13.0
  • Q2: 12.5
  • Q3: 10.9
  • Q4: 7.4
  • Final: 42.7 Mandeville demonstrates more consistent scoring across all four quarters, with a particularly strong first half. Their offense tends to remain productive throughout the game, ensuring a high-scoring output.

Team Stat Comparison

• Thibodaux:
  • Rushing Yards Per Game: 258.0
  • Passing Yards Per Game: 99.6
  • Total Yards Per Game: 357.6
  • Tackles Per Game: 39.6
  • Sacks Per Game: 2.4
  • Points Per Game: 40.9
• Mandeville:
  • Rushing Yards Per Game: 258.0
  • Passing Yards Per Game: 97.6
  • Total Yards Per Game: 357.6
  • Tackles Per Game: 39.6
  • Sacks Per Game: 2.4
  • Points Per Game: 42.7

  Both teams share identical rushing yards and total yardage averages, indicating strong running games and solid offensive production overall. Mandeville, however, has a higher scoring average per game, likely thanks to their more consistent offensive execution.

Key Players

• Thibodaux:
  • Nate Sheppard: Leads the team in rushing yards (191.4 YPG) and total yards (210.3 YPG). Sheppard has been a major contributor to the team’s offense, scoring 24.9 points per game.
  • Wyatt Hammant: Leads in tackles with 6.3 per game, helping anchor Thibodaux’s defense.
  • Colby Ryan: Contributes on the defensive line with 1.0 sacks per game.
• Mandeville:
  • Key Offensive Players: Mandeville’s offense is led by its strong passing and running game. While specific yardage figures aren’t highlighted, the team’s overall efficiency on offense is evident in their high points-per-game figure.
  • Defensive Standouts: The team’s solid defensive stats, including tackling and sacks, indicate a well-rounded defensive unit that has kept opponents’ scoring down significantly this season.

Record Breakdown

• Thibodaux:
  • Has a challenging district record (1-5) but has excelled in non-district play (3-0).
  • Struggles at home (1-3), with a stronger performance when playing away (3-1).
• Mandeville:
  • Strong across all categories, especially in non-league and away games, where they have an unblemished record of 6-0.
  • They also have a 5-1 home record, further showcasing their dominance.

Conclusion

Mandeville’s remarkable season sets them apart from Thibodaux, with a dominant overall record and more balanced team performance. While Thibodaux relies heavily on individual performances like Nate Sheppard’s, Mandeville’s consistent scoring and solid defense have led them to a highly successful 2024-2025 season. As the postseason approaches, Mandeville appears to be in prime shape, while Thibodaux will need to improve in district play to stay competitive.