The North DeSoto (Stonewall, LA) varsity football team has a home playoff game vs. Woodlawn-Shreveport (Shreveport, LA) today at 7pm.
What: Louisiana High School Football
Who: Woodlawn-Shreveport (LA) vs North DeSoto (LA)
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network
North DeSoto vs. Woodlawn-Shreveport: A 2024 LHSAA Playoff Showdown
Tonight, the North DeSoto Griffins will host the Woodlawn-Shreveport Knights in an exciting first-round playoff clash in the 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs. Fans can expect a high-stakes matchup as these two Louisiana teams square off for postseason glory.
Teams at a Glance
Woodlawn-Shreveport Knights
- Overall Record: 5-6
- District Record: 4-4
- Key Stats:
- Points Per Game: 13.1
- Total Yards Per Game: 274.2
- Defensive Highlights: Averaging 39.5 tackles per game
Woodlawn-Shreveport’s season has been a rollercoaster, showing flashes of brilliance behind standout players like running back Quintin Wilson (149.2 rushing yards per game) and linebacker T.J. Winzer (5.7 tackles per game). However, consistency has been an issue, particularly on the road, where they hold a 1-4 record.
The Knights enter the game as underdogs but will rely on their ground game and key playmakers to pull off an upset.
North DeSoto Griffins
- Overall Record: 8-2
- District Record: 7-0 (Undefeated)
- Key Stats:
- Points Per Game: 41.1
- Total Yards Per Game: 445.1
- Defensive Highlights: 51.2 tackles per game
North DeSoto has been dominant throughout the regular season, particularly in district play. Quarterback Luke Delafield (198.9 passing yards per game) and running back Kenny Thomas (151.1 rushing yards per game) lead an explosive offense. Their defense, anchored by Porter Doyal (10.0 tackles per game), has held opponents to just 18.4 points per game.
The Griffins are heavy favorites, especially after their commanding 55-6 victory over Woodlawn-Shreveport earlier this season.
Head-to-Head Matchup
The two teams last met on October 25, with North DeSoto dominating 55-6 in a one-sided affair. The Griffins overwhelmed the Knights with their balanced attack and stifling defense. Woodlawn-Shreveport will need a nearly perfect game to reverse the outcome in tonight’s rematch.
Team Comparisons
| Stat | Woodlawn-Shreveport | North DeSoto |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | 13.1 | 41.1 |
| Total Yards Per Game | 274.2 | 445.1 |
| Rushing Yards Per Game | 231.6 | 229.0 |
| Passing Yards Per Game | 42.5 | 216.1 |
| Tackles Per Game | 39.5 | 51.2 |
Keys to Victory
For Woodlawn-Shreveport:
- Control the clock with a strong rushing attack, relying on Quintin Wilson.
- Limit turnovers and capitalize on scoring opportunities.
- Step up defensively to contain North DeSoto’s high-powered offense.
For North DeSoto:
- Continue their balanced offensive approach, with Delafield and Thomas leading the charge.
- Dominate early, as shown by their first-quarter scoring average of 25.7 points.
- Stay disciplined and avoid underestimating Woodlawn-Shreveport.
Final Thoughts
North DeSoto enters this playoff matchup as the clear favorite, but anything can happen under the Friday night lights. Woodlawn-Shreveport will be eager to prove they belong in the postseason and play spoiler to the Griffins’ dominant run.
Kickoff is at 7 PM—don’t miss the action!
