The Mangham (LA) varsity football team will play a home playoff game against East Iberville (St. Gabriel, LA) today at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division IV Non-Select tournament.

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

East Iberville vs. Mangham: A 2024-2025 Football Season Overview

As the 2024-2025 football season continues to unfold, East Iberville and Mangham have been two teams making waves in their respective districts. Let’s break down their performances, scoring averages, and overall standings to give fans a closer look at what to expect in their upcoming matchups.

East Iberville (24-25) Overview:

East Iberville has faced a challenging season, with an overall record of 4-6. Their district performance has been tough as well, with a 1-4 record in league play. Despite these struggles, they have shown resilience, especially in non-league games, where they hold a 3-2 record.

Their overall offensive output has been modest. The team averages just 25.7 points per game, with a notable jump in scoring during the fourth quarter (11.3 points). The first half has been more of a struggle, with just 8.0 points per game in the first two quarters.

Key Stats:

• Overall Record: 4-6
• District Record: 1-4
• Home Record: 2-3
• Away Record: 1-3
• Scoring Average: 25.7 points per game (PF: 257, PA: 315)
• Strengths: Strong finishers, with a notable 4th-quarter scoring boost.
• Weaknesses: Slow starts, with limited scoring in the first half.

Mangham (24-25) Overview:

Mangham, on the other hand, has had an impressive season with a 7-3 overall record, including a strong 5-2 district performance. Their ability to secure victories both at home and on the road is commendable, with a 3-1 record at home and a solid 4-2 record on the road.

Offensively, Mangham has been potent, averaging 35.0 points per game. Their offensive consistency throughout the game is remarkable, as they maintain a steady scoring pace in all four quarters. Their balanced offensive output across the first three quarters (19.5 points combined) reflects their ability to dominate early and late in games.

Key Stats:

• Overall Record: 7-3
• District Record: 5-2
• Home Record: 3-1
• Away Record: 4-2
• Scoring Average: 35.0 points per game (PF: 350, PA: 146)
• Strengths: Consistent and well-rounded offense across all quarters.
• Weaknesses: None significantly evident, as they have been a strong contender this season.

Comparing Scoring Trends:

One of the key differences between the two teams is their approach to scoring. Mangham’s offense is more balanced and explosive, consistently averaging over 7 points per quarter. In contrast, East Iberville shows a stark contrast in their scoring, particularly with their offensive struggles during the third quarter, where they’ve failed to score much this season (0 points). However, they have the ability to close strong, outscoring opponents in the fourth quarter by a solid margin.

• East Iberville Scoring Average by Quarter:
  • Q1: 4.0
  • Q2: 4.0
  • Q3: 0.0
  • Q4: 11.3
• Mangham Scoring Average by Quarter:
  • Q1: 3.5
  • Q2: 7.5
  • Q3: 7.0
  • Q4: 7.5

Head-to-Head and Record Breakdown:

While both teams have had success in non-district matchups, Mangham has outperformed East Iberville in the league standings and in overall consistency. Mangham’s record of 7-3 stands in sharp contrast to East Iberville’s 4-6 record. The two teams have yet to meet this season, but their contrasting styles will certainly make for an interesting matchup if they face off.

Record Breakdown:

• East Iberville (24-25) Record Breakdown:
  • Overall: 4-6
  • League: 1-4
  • Non-League: 3-2
  • Home: 2-3
  • Away: 1-3
  • Neutral: 1-0
• Mangham (24-25) Record Breakdown:
  • Overall: 7-3
  • League: 5-2
  • Non-League: 2-1
  • Home: 3-1
  • Away: 4-2

Conclusion:

As the season progresses, Mangham is clearly the stronger team in both their district and overall performance, boasting a solid winning record and offensive efficiency. East Iberville, however, still has room for improvement, particularly in terms of early game scoring. Their ability to finish strong in the second half, especially in the fourth quarter, may give them the edge if they can address their first-half struggles.

For fans of both teams, the upcoming matchups will be pivotal. Mangham will look to maintain their dominance, while East Iberville will aim to leverage their late-game success into more wins and improve their league standing. The game between these two teams will be one to watch as they continue their campaigns through the season.