=The Spirit Lake (IA) varsity football team will play a neutral playoff game against Prairie City-Monroe (Monroe, IA) on Saturday, November 16 at 10 a.m. This game is part of the 2024 Iowa High School Football Playoff Brackets for Class 2A, hosted by the IHSAA.

What: Iowa High School Football
Who: Spirit Lake (IA) vs Prairie City-Monroe (IA)
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 10 a.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Iowa High School Football Playoff Brackets: IHSAA – Class 2A
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Prairie City-Monroe vs. Spirit Lake: A Head-to-Head Comparison of the 2024-2025 Season

As the 2024-2025 high school sports season continues, two teams stand out with impressive records and dominant performances: Prairie City-Monroe and Spirit Lake. Both teams have had a remarkable season, but how do they compare in terms of rankings, records, and their overall performance on the court? Let’s take a closer look.

Overall Record

• Prairie City-Monroe: 11-0
• Spirit Lake: 11-1

Both teams have impressive overall records, but Prairie City-Monroe stands undefeated with a perfect 11-0 mark. Spirit Lake, while also having a strong season, holds one loss with a 11-1 record.

Conference Play

• Prairie City-Monroe: 5-0
• Spirit Lake: 5-0

Both teams are dominant in their respective conferences, maintaining undefeated records in league play. This consistency has helped them solidify their positions at the top of their conference standings, with Prairie City-Monroe and Spirit Lake showcasing their ability to perform under pressure.

Home, Away, and Neutral Site Performance

• Prairie City-Monroe:
  • Home: 4-0
  • Away: 4-0
  • Neutral: 3-0
• Spirit Lake:
  • Home: 5-1
  • Away: 4-0
  • Neutral: 2-0

When it comes to performance at home, Spirit Lake has been strong, but Prairie City-Monroe’s undefeated record at both home and away games gives them an edge in overall consistency. Spirit Lake’s only loss came at home, while Prairie City-Monroe has maintained its perfect record across all environments.

Scoring Averages and Offensive Power

Looking at team scoring averages reveals the offensive efficiency of each squad.

• Prairie City-Monroe:
  • Q1: 14.0
  • Q2: 21.0
  • Q3: 14.0
  • Q4: 0
  • Final Average: 48.2
• Spirit Lake:
  • Q1: 10.5
  • Q2: 21.0
  • Q3: 3.5
  • Q4: 10.5
  • Final Average: 43.4

Prairie City-Monroe has a higher overall scoring average of 48.2 points per game, compared to Spirit Lake’s 43.4. Notably, Prairie City-Monroe’s scoring output in the second quarter (21.0 points) stands out as a key period of dominance. However, Spirit Lake has managed to stay competitive, with their own balanced scoring, especially in the first and fourth quarters.

Defensive Performance

• Prairie City-Monroe: Points Allowed (PA): 82
• Spirit Lake: Points Allowed (PA): 149

Defensively, Prairie City-Monroe has been exceptional, allowing just 82 points across their 11 games, demonstrating a strong, disciplined defense that gives them a decisive edge. In comparison, Spirit Lake has allowed more points (149) but has still managed to win 11 games. The defensive strength of Prairie City-Monroe, particularly in keeping their opponents’ scoring low, is a notable factor in their success.

Playoff Performance

Both teams have proven themselves in postseason play, with Prairie City-Monroe boasting a 3-0 playoff record and Spirit Lake also standing strong with a 3-0 playoff mark. Their playoff records reflect their ability to elevate their game when it matters most.

Head-to-Head Comparison

As of now, Prairie City-Monroe and Spirit Lake have not faced off directly in the 2024-2025 season. This makes it all the more exciting as we anticipate the possibility of a head-to-head showdown. Should they meet in the playoffs or a key regular-season game, it will be a thrilling matchup to determine which team is truly the best in their class.

Conclusion

Both Prairie City-Monroe and Spirit Lake have had standout seasons, each with its own strengths and strategies. Prairie City-Monroe stands undefeated with a perfect record and a dominant defense, while Spirit Lake has shown resilience and strong offensive firepower. With both teams excelling in conference play and boasting impressive records, fans can expect a highly competitive remainder of the season as both teams continue their pursuit of excellence.