The Lake Braddock Varsity Football Team (Burke, VA) will host a home playoff game today at 7:00 PM against Mount Vernon (Alexandria, VA).

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Virginia High School Football
Who: Mount Vernon vs Lake Braddock
When: Today, November 21, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
“2024 VHSL Football State Brackets (Virginia) – Class 6 “
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

Comparing Mount Vernon and Lake Braddock Football Teams: A Statistical Breakdown

As the 2024-2025 high school football season unfolds, two Virginia teams—Mount Vernon and Lake Braddock—have shown distinct styles of play and performance. In this article, we’ll compare both teams based on their current rankings, performance metrics, and key statistics.

Overall Performance

• Mount Vernon (5-5 overall, 5-1 region): Mount Vernon has had a fairly balanced season, securing a .500 win rate overall with a strong regional performance, finishing with an impressive 5-1 record. Their overall point total of 278 points scored, with 258 points allowed, reflects their competitive games, but inconsistencies in crucial moments have led to several losses.
• Lake Braddock (8-2 overall, 7-0 region): Lake Braddock, on the other hand, has been dominant in the region, posting an undefeated 7-0 record in the region and an overall winning percentage of .800. With 356 points scored and only 210 points allowed, Lake Braddock has showcased a well-rounded team with impressive offensive and defensive capabilities.

Scoring Breakdown

Mount Vernon’s offense averages 27.8 points per game across four quarters, with the first quarter being their strongest at 11.8 points. However, they struggle in the second and fourth quarters, where they score just 5.3 and 4.5 points, respectively. This pattern suggests that Mount Vernon may experience issues with consistency and finishing games strong.

Lake Braddock, however, has a more consistent scoring spread, averaging 35.6 points per game. They begin strong with 8.7 points in the first quarter, ramp up their scoring in the second and third quarters (10.8 and 11.4 points, respectively), before finishing with a quieter 4.7 points in the fourth. The higher and more balanced point totals suggest that Lake Braddock has a potent offense capable of producing throughout the game.

Team Stat Comparison

When comparing key team statistics, Lake Braddock outshines Mount Vernon in most categories:

• Rushing Yards Per Game: Lake Braddock (189.8) leads Mount Vernon (165.8), showcasing their ability to dominate on the ground.
• Passing Yards Per Game: Mount Vernon (136.7) has a slight edge over Lake Braddock (112.6), though both teams are capable of airing out the ball effectively.
• Total Yards Per Game: Lake Braddock averages 402.4 total yards per game, significantly ahead of Mount Vernon’s 302.5, indicating a more explosive and varied offense.
• Tackles Per Game: Lake Braddock’s defense also performs well, averaging 73.6 tackles per game, while Mount Vernon does not report tackle statistics.
• Sacks Per Game: Lake Braddock averages 3.8 sacks per game, putting pressure on opposing quarterbacks, while Mount Vernon has not listed this metric.
• Points Per Game: Lake Braddock averages 36.4 points per game, nearly 14 points higher than Mount Vernon’s 22.2.

Key Players

• Mount Vernon has standout players like Antoni Fuentes, who leads the team with 73.8 rushing yards per game. Quarterback Hudson Grimsley averages 135 passing yards per game, and wide receiver Matthew Moret leads the receiving corps with 84.6 yards per game. Grimsley also contributes in total yards, with 158.1 yards per game.
• Lake Braddock has a dynamic offensive trio, with JT Bordeaux leading the team in rushing yards (93.1 per game), quarterback Tyrone Jackson averaging 134.3 passing yards per game, and wide receiver Kai Austin recording 73.8 receiving yards per game. On defense, Xavier Main leads with 12.6 tackles per game, and Browne Callanan averages 2.3 sacks per game.

Common Opponents

Both teams faced the same two common opponents during the season: Westfield and West Potomac. Mount Vernon lost both games, falling 49-6 to Westfield and 33-27 to West Potomac. Meanwhile, Lake Braddock defeated West Potomac 49-28 but lost to Westfield 24-17. These results highlight the disparity in performance when facing teams of similar caliber.

Conclusion

While both teams have had successful seasons, Lake Braddock’s impressive record, particularly in region play, sets them apart. Their high-scoring offense, solid defense, and ability to consistently execute across all four quarters give them a clear edge over Mount Vernon. However, Mount Vernon’s balanced approach and strong regional play should not be overlooked, as they continue to improve and build for the future.

In the upcoming regional playoffs, Lake Braddock will likely be the favored team, but Mount Vernon could still surprise with a strong performance, especially if they can address their inconsistencies and capitalize on their individual stars.