The Riverside Academy varsity football team (Reserve, LA) will host St. John (Plaquemine, LA) for a non-conference game on Friday, November 22 at 7 p.m.

What: Louisiana High School Football
Who: Riverside Academy (LA) vs St. John (LA)
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

St. John vs. Riverside Academy: A 2024-2025 Football Season Breakdown

As the 2024-2025 high school football season progresses, two teams in Louisiana, St. John and Riverside Academy, are looking to make a mark in their respective districts. Here’s a detailed comparison of these teams based on their performance, scoring averages, and head-to-head history.

Team Overview:

• St. John (24-25):
  Class: 214
  Overall Record: 3-7
  District Record: 2-3
  Home Record: 1-4
  Away Record: 2-3
  Win %: .300
  District Win %: .400
  Points For (PF): 285
  Points Against (PA): 329
• Riverside Academy (24-25):
  Class: 75
  Overall Record: 6-2
  District Record: 3-0
  Home Record: 2-1
  Away Record: 4-1
  Win %: .750
  District Win %: 1.000
  Points For (PF): 390
  Points Against (PA): 168

Scoring Averages:

Looking at the scoring trends over the course of the season, Riverside Academy has proven to be a much more prolific offensive team compared to St. John. Below are the scoring averages by quarter for both teams:

• St. John:
  • Q1: 10.0
  • Q2: 4.0
  • Q3: 4.3
  • Q4: 4.7
  • Final Average: 28.5
• Riverside Academy:
  • Q1: 17.5
  • Q2: 24.0
  • Q3: 14.0
  • Q4: 10.5
  • Final Average: 48.8

Riverside Academy’s offense has been especially dominant in the first half of games, scoring an average of 41.5 points across the first two quarters. In comparison, St. John has struggled to maintain consistent offensive production, particularly in the second quarter, where they average just 4.0 points.

Head-to-Head History:

• Common Opponents:
  Both teams have faced Hamilton Christian during the season, and the results tell different stories.
  • St. John lost both of their matchups with Hamilton Christian, with a 46-40 loss on September 26 and a 41-30 defeat on November 15.
  • Riverside Academy has yet to face Hamilton Christian as of the latest available data.
• Record Breakdown: When looking at their overall records and performance in different settings, Riverside Academy has proven to be far more consistent. Their perfect 3-0 district record and strong performance both at home and on the road set them apart. St. John, on the other hand, has faced struggles both in district play (2-3) and overall, with a 1-4 record at home.

Key Differences:

1. Overall Record: Riverside Academy has a winning record at 6-2, while St. John sits at 3-7.
2. District Performance: Riverside Academy leads with a perfect 3-0 district record, while St. John has a sub-.500 district performance (2-3).
3. Scoring Capability: Riverside Academy’s offense is more dynamic, averaging nearly 49 points per game compared to St. John’s 28.5.
4. Home vs. Away: St. John has struggled more at home, with a 1-4 record, while Riverside Academy has found success both at home (2-1) and away (4-1).

Conclusion:

Riverside Academy is clearly the stronger team heading into the latter half of the season, with a better overall record, superior scoring ability, and perfect district performance. St. John, however, will look to improve its consistency, especially in the second quarter, to make a push in the district and turn their season around. As both teams prepare for the upcoming matchups, all eyes will be on Riverside Academy to see if they can continue their dominance.