The Lift for Life Academy (St. Louis, MO) varsity football team will compete against Seneca (MO) in a neutral playoff game on Friday, November 29.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Missouri High School Football
Who: Seneca vs Lift for Life Academy
When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: in progress
Bracket: 2024 Missouri High School Football Playoff Brackets: MSHSAA – Class 3
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Game Preview: Seneca vs Lift for Life Academy
The upcoming playoff clash between Seneca (12-0) and Lift for Life Academy (8-5) is set to showcase contrasting teams in terms of performance and style. Seneca enters the game with an undefeated record, and they will look to continue their dominant season. Lift for Life Academy, despite a tougher season overall, has shown resilience and determination to make it this far.
Season Overview
Seneca Indians (12-0)
- Overall Record: 12-0
- District Record: 8-0
- Home Record: 5-0
- Away Record: 4-0
- Neutral Record: 3-0
Seneca has had a perfect season so far, with a potent offense that averages 53.1 points per game. They have steamrolled through their district, demonstrating an ability to dominate opponents from start to finish.
Lift for Life Academy (8-5)
- Overall Record: 8-5
- District Record: 2-0
- Home Record: 0-0
- Away Record: 4-3
- Neutral Record: 3-0
While Lift for Life Academy has a much more mixed record, they have managed to perform well when it counts, especially in their district games. However, they will face a tough test against the undefeated Seneca team. Their average of 31.8 points per game is solid, but they will need to improve their scoring efficiency to compete with Seneca’s high-flying offense.
Scoring Averages by Quarter
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seneca | – | – | – | – | 53.1 |
| Lift for Life Academy | 0 | 11.0 | 3.0 | 0 | 31.8 |
- Seneca: The team’s scoring has been exceptionally strong throughout the entire game, leading to their undefeated record.
- Lift for Life Academy: They have a slower start, but they have been able to manage better scoring during the middle of games.
Key Players
Seneca
- #5 Jay’veon Scott: Leads the team in rushing and is a dynamic playmaker with the ability to break big runs.
- #2 Mikey Gerdine: The quarterback who is pivotal in both the passing and rushing game, averaging 124.4 passing yards per game.
- #7 Ekeilan Henderson: The top receiving threat with 52.2 receiving yards per game, capable of making explosive plays.
Lift for Life Academy
- #2 Mikey Gerdine: A dual-threat QB for Seneca, his counterpart at Lift for Life, also named Mikey Gerdine, is a strong leader for the team, averaging 124.4 passing yards per game.
- #12 Noah Rigel: A strong linebacker, averaging 8.4 tackles per game, essential for stopping Seneca’s powerful offense.
- #44 Lavelle Peete Jr.: One of the team’s top pass-rushers, recording 0.4 sacks per game, providing defensive pressure.
Team Comparison
| Category | Seneca | Lift for Life Academy |
|---|---|---|
| Points per Game | 53.1 | 31.8 |
| Rushing Yards/Game | N/A | 85.9 |
| Passing Yards/Game | N/A | 166.7 |
| Total Yards/Game | N/A | 252.6 |
| Tackles Per Game | 45.5 | N/A |
| Sacks Per Game | 1.3 | 0.4 |
| Points Allowed/Game | N/A | 24.5 |
Seneca has a significant advantage in offensive firepower and scoring consistency. Lift for Life Academy’s defensive play will be critical in trying to slow down Seneca’s high-scoring attack.
Key Factors to Watch
- Seneca’s Explosive Offense: Can Lift for Life Academy’s defense find a way to slow down Seneca’s unstoppable offense?
- Turnovers and Defensive Stops: With Seneca’s powerful offense, Lift for Life Academy must rely on forcing turnovers and generating key defensive stops.
- Seneca’s Balanced Attack: The Indians are potent both in the air and on the ground. Will Lift for Life be able to cover all their bases?
- Lift for Life’s Offensive Consistency: To compete with Seneca, Lift for Life will need a more balanced offensive effort, especially in the second half.
Prediction
Given Seneca’s undefeated record, their high-scoring offense, and well-rounded team, they enter the game as heavy favorites. Lift for Life will have to overcome a significant challenge, but their resilience in previous games cannot be discounted.
