The St. Amant (LA) varsity football team will host Westgate (New Iberia, LA) for a playoff game today at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division I Non-Select tournament.
What: Louisiana High School Football
Who: St. Amant (LA) vs Westgate (LA)
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division I Non-Select
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network
High School Football Showdown: Westgate vs. St. Amant
As the Louisiana high school football season heats up, the upcoming matchup between Westgate and St. Amant promises to be one for the books. Both teams have enjoyed solid seasons thus far, showcasing strong performances that have earned them impressive records. Let’s take a deeper look at how these two teams measure up in terms of their overall season, scoring averages, and key statistics.
Westgate (24-25) Overview
Westgate enters this season with a strong overall record of 7-2, including a 4-2 mark in district play. With a home record of 4-1 and an impressive away performance of 3-1, the team’s win percentage stands at .778, while their district win percentage is .667. The Tigers have put up a total of 327 points while allowing 218. Their offensive game has been potent, especially in the third quarter, where they score an average of 22.5 points.
Key Stats:
- Overall Record: 7-2
- District Record: 4-2
- Home Record: 4-1
- Away Record: 3-1
- Points For: 327
- Points Against: 218
- Scoring Average (Final): 36.3 points per game
St. Amant (24-25) Overview
St. Amant, with a 7-3 overall record, has also been performing well this season. The team boasts a 5-1 district record, positioning them as one of the top contenders in their league. St. Amant’s away record is solid, sitting at 3-1, while their home record is slightly less dominant at 4-2. The Gators have scored 278 points this season, while allowing 191. St. Amant’s scoring tends to be more evenly distributed across the game, with their first-quarter performance standing out with an average of 8.8 points.
Key Stats:
- Overall Record: 7-3
- District Record: 5-1
- Home Record: 4-2
- Away Record: 3-1
- Points For: 278
- Points Against: 191
- Scoring Average (Final): 27.8 points per game
Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
Looking at their common opponents, both teams are entering the matchup without any head-to-head meetings this season. They share some common ground, with both teams set to face Airline on November 22, 2024, in what could be a crucial game for both programs. However, the current season shows no previous matchups between the two teams, meaning this upcoming game will be their first competitive clash in the season.
Team Scoring Breakdown
The two teams exhibit differing scoring patterns. Westgate has an explosive third-quarter offense, averaging 22.5 points in that period alone, though their scoring drops in the first and fourth quarters. In contrast, St. Amant shows a balanced attack, with a notably strong performance in the first quarter, averaging 8.8 points, while they score more modestly in the second and third quarters.
Scoring Breakdown:
- Westgate: Q1 – 3.0, Q2 – 7.5, Q3 – 22.5, Q4 – 3.0
- St. Amant: Q1 – 8.8, Q2 – 7.0, Q3 – 3.5, Q4 – 6.8
Game Prediction
With both teams showing resilience and offensive strength, the game between Westgate and St. Amant is poised to be highly competitive. Westgate’s potent third-quarter scoring and strong away record give them an edge, but St. Amant’s balanced offense and strong district performance could give them the upper hand. Fans can expect an exciting contest as both teams vie for supremacy in the Louisiana high school football scene.
