The Notre Dame Academy varsity football team from Green Bay, WI, will face off against La Crosse Logan High School (La Crosse, WI) in a neutral playoff game on Friday, November 15, 2024, at 7:00 p.m.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Wisconsin High School Football
Who: La Crosse Logan vs. Notre Dame Academy
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
“2024 Wisconsin High School Football Playoff Brackets: WIAA – Division 3 “
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
Notre Dame Academy vs. La Crosse Logan: A Season Comparison
The 2024–25 season for Wisconsin high school football has been a showcase of strength and determination, with both Notre Dame Academy and La Crosse Logan delivering impressive performances. While La Crosse Logan holds an impressive record, Notre Dame Academy has managed a flawless season. Here’s a detailed look at how these two teams compare across various metrics.
Season Overview
La Crosse Logan Record
- Overall: 10-2
- Conference: 5-2
- Home: 6-0
- Away: 2-2
- Neutral: 2-0
- Winning Percentage: 83.3%
- Conference Percentage: 71.4%
- Points For: 416
- Points Against: 256
Notre Dame Academy Record
- Overall: 12-0
- Conference: 7-0
- Home: 6-0
- Away: 3-0
- Neutral: 3-0
- Winning Percentage: 100%
- Conference Percentage: 100%
- Points For: 453
- Points Against: 98
Notre Dame Academy’s perfect 12-0 record sets them apart this season, showcasing their consistency and dominance. In comparison, La Crosse Logan’s 10-2 season, while commendable, reveals two losses that highlight areas where they might be vulnerable.
Team Scoring Averages
A closer look at each team’s scoring trends across quarters reveals key differences in their playing styles and strategies.
| Quarter | La Crosse Logan | Notre Dame Academy |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 0 | 13.8 |
| Q2 | 3.5 | 17.3 |
| Q3 | 3.5 | 8.5 |
| Q4 | 10.5 | 4.0 |
| Final | 34.7 | 37.8 |
Notre Dame Academy’s strong first-half performance, with an average of 13.8 points in Q1 and 17.3 in Q2, demonstrates their ability to take early leads. La Crosse Logan, on the other hand, typically makes their strongest push in the fourth quarter, with an average of 10.5 points, indicating a more resilient, comeback-oriented approach.
Playoff Success and Consistency
Both teams have been successful in playoff situations, with undefeated records:
- La Crosse Logan: 3-0 in playoffs
- Notre Dame Academy: 3-0 in playoffs
Notre Dame Academy’s consistency is also reflected in their perfect 7-0 conference record and a 3-0 away record, showing their ability to perform under pressure across all venues.
Home and Away Record Comparison
Both teams have impressive records on their home turf, with each team remaining undefeated at home:
- La Crosse Logan: 6-0 home
- Notre Dame Academy: 6-0 home
Notre Dame Academy has also proven to be highly effective on the road (3-0), while La Crosse Logan’s two losses have both come from away games, with a record of 2-2 away. This contrast indicates that Notre Dame Academy is potentially more adaptable in unfamiliar environments.
Points For and Points Against
Notre Dame Academy has a higher overall point differential, scoring 453 points and allowing only 98 points. This yields a formidable point differential of +355. La Crosse Logan, though still strong, has a lower point differential of +160 (416 PF, 256 PA), showing that they may be more susceptible defensively against top-tier opponents.
Conclusion
Notre Dame Academy and La Crosse Logan both had exceptional 2024–25 seasons, yet Notre Dame Academy’s undefeated record and dominant point differential position them as a particularly formidable team. La Crosse Logan’s resilience, however, and their fourth-quarter surge capability suggest they could be a challenging opponent in high-stakes matchups. Both teams have shown they’re championship-caliber, but Notre Dame Academy’s current momentum might make them the team to beat this season.
