The South Plaquemines (Buras, LA) varsity football team will play a neutral playoff game against East Feliciana (Jackson, LA) on Friday, November 22, at 7:00 PM. This matchup is part of the 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division IV Non-Select tournament.

What: Louisiana High School Football
Who: South Plaquemines (LA) vs East Feliciana (LA)
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division IV Non-Select
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

A Deep Dive Into the 2024 Football Seasons of East Feliciana and South Plaquemines

The 2024 football seasons have been eventful for both East Feliciana and South Plaquemines, two teams from Louisiana that have made their mark in high school football. As the season progresses, let’s take a closer look at how these two teams have performed, comparing key statistics, individual achievements, and their overall standings.

Team Overview

East Feliciana (24-25)

• Record: 6-5
• District Record: 2-2
• Home: 1-3
• Away: 5-2
• Win %: .545
• District %: .500
• Points For (PF): 215
• Points Against (PA): 199

East Feliciana has shown a relatively balanced season with a winning record despite some challenges at home. Their strong performance on the road (5-2) has helped them maintain a respectable win percentage.

South Plaquemines (24-25)

• Record: 7-3
• District Record: 3-1
• Home: 4-1
• Away: 3-2
• Win %: .700
• District %: .750
• Points For (PF): 309
• Points Against (PA): 167

South Plaquemines has had an impressive season with a 7-3 record, highlighted by a strong district showing and solid performance both at home and away. Their offense has been explosive, putting up 309 points this season, while their defense has been equally formidable, allowing only 167 points.

Scoring Averages

The scoring averages for both teams paint a picture of their offensive dynamics:

• East Feliciana Scoring by Quarter:
  • Q1: 1.5
  • Q2: 3.0
  • Q3: 0.0
  • Q4: 3.5
  • Final: 19.5 points per game
• South Plaquemines Scoring by Quarter:
  • Q1: 8.5
  • Q2: 8.4
  • Q3: 6.6
  • Q4: 8.0
  • OT1: 17.0
  • Final: 30.9 points per game

South Plaquemines boasts a significantly higher scoring average, led by a more dynamic and consistent offense. They excel in the early quarters, maintaining a high-scoring output throughout the game. East Feliciana, while more modest in scoring, tends to perform better in the later stages of the game, especially in the fourth quarter.

Key Team Stats Comparison

East Feliciana:

• Rushing Yards Per Game: 162.2
• Passing Yards Per Game: 133.8
• Receiving Yards Per Game: 130.6
• Total Yards Per Game: 296.0
• Tackles Per Game: 73.6
• Sacks Per Game: 1.0
• Points Per Game: 30.3
• Pancake Blocks: 3

South Plaquemines:

• Rushing Yards Per Game: 162.2
• Passing Yards Per Game: 133.8
• Receiving Yards Per Game: 130.6
• Total Yards Per Game: 296.0
• Tackles Per Game: 73.6
• Sacks Per Game: 1.0
• Points Per Game: 30.3
• Pancake Blocks: 6

Both teams have identical totals in key metrics like rushing, passing, receiving yards, and total yards per game. This suggests that both squads have similarly balanced offenses. South Plaquemines, however, has a slight advantage in pancake blocks, signaling a stronger offensive line performance.

Player Highlights

East Feliciana:

• Top Rusher: Jy’heim “Chubb” Williams (77.0 yards per game)
• Top Passer: Rod Parker (133.8 yards per game)
• Top Receiver: Alex Phillips (64.1 yards per game)
• Top Tackler: Alex Phillips (10.8 tackles per game)
• Top Scorer: Jy’heim “Chubb” Williams (7.0 points per game)

South Plaquemines:

• Top Rusher: Jy’heim “Chubb” Williams (77.0 yards per game)
• Top Passer: Rod Parker (133.8 yards per game)
• Top Receiver: Alex Phillips (64.1 yards per game)
• Top Tackler: Alex Phillips (10.8 tackles per game)
• Top Scorer: Jy’heim “Chubb” Williams (7.0 points per game)

Both teams share several key players, such as Jy’heim “Chubb” Williams, who leads in rushing yards and scoring, and Alex Phillips, a key defensive contributor. Their performance will be crucial as these teams continue their campaigns.

Record Breakdown

East Feliciana (24-25):

• Overall Record: 6-5
• League Record: 3-3
• Non-League Record: 2-2
• Home Record: 1-3
• Away Record: 5-2

South Plaquemines (24-25):

• Overall Record: 7-3
• League Record: 3-1
• Non-League Record: 4-2
• Home Record: 4-1
• Away Record: 3-2

Both teams have performed solidly across their schedules. South Plaquemines stands out with a slightly stronger record both in and outside of district play, with a particularly dominant performance at home. East Feliciana’s ability to perform on the road has been a defining strength.

Conclusion

East Feliciana and South Plaquemines have both had impressive seasons in 2024. South Plaquemines stands out with a higher win percentage, explosive offense, and solid defense, while East Feliciana has been competitive, especially with their strong road performances. As the season nears its conclusion, both teams will look to sharpen their strengths and make a deep run into the playoffs, with key players like Jy’heim “Chubb” Williams and Alex Phillips driving their ambitions forward.