The North DeSoto Varsity Football Team (Stonewall, LA) will host Belle Chasse (LA) in a home playoff game on Friday, November 22, at 7:00 PM. This matchup is part of the 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division II Non-Select tournament.

What: Louisiana High School Football
Who: North DeSoto (LA) vs Belle Chasse (LA)
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division II Non-Select
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Comparing Belle Chasse and North DeSoto Football: A Season Overview

The 2024-2025 Louisiana high school football season has seen two teams—Belle Chasse and North DeSoto—performing at a high level. With identical overall records of 9-2, both teams have been dominant in their respective districts, but they each possess unique strengths. Here’s a breakdown of how these teams compare in several key areas of performance, including rankings, team stats, and individual leaders.

Team Records & Rankings

Belle Chasse, ranked 24th in Louisiana, has posted an impressive 9-2 overall record, with a 6-1 record at home and a 3-1 record on the road. Their district record stands at 2-2, giving them a district win percentage of 50%, while maintaining an overall win percentage of 81.8%. Offensively, they’ve scored a total of 374 points and allowed just 166 points.

On the other hand, North DeSoto has been equally strong, ranking 51st in the state. Their perfect district record of 7-0 stands as a testament to their dominance in league play. With a similar overall record of 9-2, their home record of 5-1 and away record of 4-1 highlight their consistency. They’ve been more efficient on offense, putting up 455 points while conceding 184.

Scoring & Offensive Breakdown

The scoring averages reflect the different styles of play between these two teams. Belle Chasse has a balanced scoring approach, averaging 34 points per game, with notable production in each quarter: 2.3 points in the first, 9.3 in the second, 8.0 in the third, and 9.3 in the fourth. Their offense thrives throughout the game but is particularly effective late in the second and fourth quarters.

North DeSoto, meanwhile, has been explosive, especially in the first half. They average 41.4 points per game, with a significant 25.7 points in the first quarter alone. Their scoring drops off a bit in the second half, but their strong first-half performances typically give them a solid lead. Their scoring distribution is 25.7 points in the first quarter, 14.0 in the second, 9.3 in the third, and 4.7 in the fourth.

Statistical Comparison: Offense and Defense

When it comes to total yards, North DeSoto outpaces Belle Chasse in nearly every category. North DeSoto averages 442.2 total yards per game, driven largely by a potent rushing attack. They average 222.1 rushing yards per game, making them a heavy ground-based offense. Belle Chasse, in contrast, produces 220.1 passing yards per game and 222.1 rushing yards, balancing both facets of offense.

Defensively, both teams are solid, though Belle Chasse has shown a stronger presence in the tackling department, averaging 46.5 tackles per game. North DeSoto records slightly fewer tackles per game (46.5), but their sack count is marginally higher at 0.6 per game compared to Belle Chasse’s 0.3.

Key Players

Both teams have standout individual performers who make a significant impact on their success.

• Belle Chasse:
  • Kenny Thomas leads the team in rushing with 147.5 yards per game and is also a key scorer, averaging 15.3 points per game.
  • Luke Delafield has been the primary passer, averaging 201.8 yards per game, while Cole Cory leads the receiving corps with 87.8 yards per game.
  • On defense, Porter Doyal has been a tackling machine, averaging 9.0 tackles per game.
• North DeSoto:
  • Kenny Thomas also shines for North DeSoto with an impressive 147.5 yards per game rushing.
  • Luke Delafield is also effective as a passer for the team, tallying 201.8 yards per game.
  • Cole Cory has been a reliable target in the passing game, with 87.8 yards per game.
  • On defense, Porter Doyal has been a tackle leader, averaging 9.0 tackles per game.

Head-to-Head Comparison

When comparing the teams’ performance in specific categories, both teams show similar strength in several areas but differ slightly in others. For instance, Belle Chasse has shown better proficiency in passing yards (220.1 per game) while North DeSoto is stronger in rushing yards (222.1 per game). Both teams’ offensive strategies have contributed to their high points per game, with Belle Chasse averaging 34.0 points and North DeSoto averaging 41.4 points per game.

Conclusion

The 2024-2025 season has highlighted the talents of both Belle Chasse and North DeSoto, as they each demonstrate the power of a well-rounded, disciplined team. While both have comparable records and similar overall success, the differences in their offensive styles—Belle Chasse’s balanced approach and North DeSoto’s ground-based offense—have led to their distinct identities. Moving forward, both teams will likely be contenders to watch as they continue to build on their strengths and strive for state championships.