The Green Run Varsity Football Team (Virginia Beach, VA) is set to host Ocean Lakes (Virginia Beach, VA) in a home playoff game today at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Virginia High School Football
Who: Ocean Lakes vs Green Run
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
“2024 VHSL Football State Brackets (Virginia) – Class 5”
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

Ocean Lakes vs. Green Run: A Rivalry Showdown

The 2024-2025 high school football season has featured intense competition and standout performances, with two local teams—Ocean Lakes and Green Run—showing stark contrasts in their season records and styles of play. With Green Run remaining undefeated and Ocean Lakes battling through ups and downs, the stage is set for a thrilling playoff matchup that promises to showcase the best of Virginia Beach football.

Season Overview

• Ocean Lakes (24-25) Record: 5-5 Overall, 5-5 Region, 4-1 Home, 1-4 Away
  Ocean Lakes had a balanced yet inconsistent season, finishing with a .500 win percentage both overall and in the region. Despite a strong home record of 4-1, the team struggled in away games, posting just a single win in five road matchups. The Dolphins scored an average of 29.2 points per game but allowed 193 total points throughout the season.
• Green Run (24-25) Record: 10-0 Overall, 10-0 Region, 5-0 Home, 5-0 Away
  On the other hand, Green Run’s perfect season is a testament to their dominance on both sides of the ball. The Stallions steamrolled their competition with an impressive 377 points scored and only 42 points allowed. They were flawless in both home and away games, securing a perfect 10-0 record in regular season play and an undefeated region record.

Head-to-Head: Green Run Dominates

The two teams faced off earlier in the season on November 8, 2024, where Green Run asserted its dominance with a commanding 35-10 victory over Ocean Lakes. This result mirrored the overall trends of the season, with Green Run being nearly unstoppable while Ocean Lakes had difficulty staying consistent in their matchups.

In the first playoff clash between these teams, Ocean Lakes will be looking to make adjustments and avenge their earlier loss, but Green Run enters as the clear favorite given their near-perfect record.

Team Scoring Averages

• Ocean Lakes:
  • Q1: 14.0
  • Q2: 7.5
  • Q3: 14.0
  • Q4: 7.0
  • Total: 29.2 points per game
• Green Run:
  • Q1: 7.0
  • Q2: 13.3
  • Q3: 10.0
  • Q4: 8.3
  • Total: 37.7 points per game

While Green Run outpaces Ocean Lakes in scoring with an average of 37.7 points per game compared to 29.2, both teams have shown explosive potential, especially in the first half. However, Green Run has been more consistent, particularly in their second and third quarters, where they outscore Ocean Lakes by a considerable margin.

Common Opponents: A Comparative Look

Both teams have faced several of the same opponents during the regular season, with Ocean Lakes finishing 5-4 against common foes, while Green Run posted an undefeated 9-0 record against the same teams.

• Ocean Lakes posted wins against teams like First Colonial (51-7), Tallwood (43-19), and Princess Anne (64-7). However, they also faced tough losses, including defeats to Cox, Kempsville, and Salem.
• Green Run, on the other hand, was dominant across the board. They secured commanding victories against teams like First Colonial (56-0), Tallwood (54-0), and Bayside (43-0), with not a single loss blemishing their record.

Key Matchup: Playoff Game at Green Run

The first playoff matchup between Ocean Lakes and Green Run will take place at Green Run’s home field. With the Stallions boasting an undefeated record and overwhelming momentum, Ocean Lakes will need to elevate their game on both offense and defense to stay competitive.

Ocean Lakes will rely on their ability to score in the early quarters and avoid falling behind, as Green Run has shown they can close out games with relative ease. Defensively, the Dolphins will need to find a way to slow down Green Run’s high-powered offense, which has consistently put up big numbers all season long.

Final Thoughts

Green Run heads into this matchup as the clear favorite, but the playoff atmosphere can lead to surprises. Ocean Lakes, despite their ups and downs this season, has the talent and determination to make a game of it. Whether they can overcome their away game struggles and find the form they need to upset the undefeated Stallions remains to be seen. Fans can expect an exciting and intense playoff battle as two of Virginia Beach’s best teams fight for a spot in the next round.

As Green Run looks to continue their perfect season, Ocean Lakes will aim to pull off a monumental upset and show that records don’t always tell the full story.