The St. James (LA) varsity football team will face Union Parish (Farmerville, LA) in a neutral playoff game on Thursday, December 5. This matchup is part of the “2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division III Non-Select” tournament.
St. James vs Union Parish Game Info:
What: Louisiana High School Football
Who: St. James (LA) vs Union Parish (LA)
When: Thursday, December 5, 2024
Time: Today
Bracket: 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division III Non-Select
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: St. James vs Union Parish
The highly anticipated matchup between Union Parish and St. James promises an exciting clash of two top-tier Louisiana high school football teams. Here, we break down their records, statistics, and key players to highlight what makes this game a must-watch.
Team Records and Rankings
Union Parish
- Overall Record: 9-4
- District Record: 5-1
- Class Rank: 52 (Class 1)
- Home Record: 4-2
- Away Record: 3-2
- Neutral Record: 2-0
- Win Percentage: 69.2%
- District Win Percentage: 83.3%
- Points For (PF): 444
- Points Against (PA): 239
St. James
- Overall Record: 9-2
- District Record: 3-0
- Class Rank: 60 (Class 2)
- Home Record: 2-2
- Away Record: 5-0
- Neutral Record: 2-0
- Win Percentage: 81.8%
- District Win Percentage: 100%
- Points For (PF): 308
- Points Against (PA): 118
Team Scoring Averages by Quarter
| Quarter | Union Parish | St. James |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 12.3 | 6.0 |
| Q2 | 8.8 | 10.4 |
| Q3 | 6.7 | 7.6 |
| Q4 | 8.0 | 4.2 |
| Final | 34.2 | 28.0 |
Union Parish has a stronger start in the first quarter, while St. James excels in the second quarter. Union Parish’s consistent performance across all quarters contributes to their higher overall scoring average of 34.2 points per game compared to St. James’s 28.0 points per game.
Team Stat Comparison
| Category | Union Parish | St. James |
| Rushing Yards Per Game | 228.2 | 141.7 |
| Passing Yards Per Game | 91.1 | 126.8 |
| Receiving Yards Per Game | 91.1 | 123.3 |
| Total Yards Per Game | 319.3 | 268.5 |
| Tackles Per Game | 68.5 | 44.0 |
| Sacks Per Game | 1.5 | 1.1 |
| Points Per Game | 33.7 | 25.6 |
Union Parish’s dominance in rushing yards (228.2 per game) stands out as a key strength, while St. James leans more on their passing game, averaging 126.8 passing yards per game.
Key Players
Union Parish
- Tyquereis Wilson (#1):
- Rushing Yards Per Game: 83.8
- Tackles Per Game: 10.9
- Points Per Game: 7.1
- Braxton Patterson (#9):
- Passing Yards Per Game: 91.1
- Total Yards Per Game: 102.2
- Chase Meeking (#2):
- Receiving Yards Per Game: 58.5
St. James
- Jajuan Jackson (#19):
- Passing Yards Per Game: 139.5
- Total Yards Per Game: 146.5
- Jakias Villanueva (#4):
- Receiving Yards Per Game: 87.3
- Kani King-Young (#5):
- Rushing Yards Per Game: 79.4
- Points Per Game: 10.2
- Nolan Zenon (#9):
- Tackles Per Game: 8.9
What to Watch For
- Union Parish’s Ground Game: With a rushing attack averaging over 228 yards per game, Union Parish relies heavily on their run game to control the pace and wear down defenses. Tyquereis Wilson’s ability to break tackles and sustain drives will be crucial.
- St. James’s Balanced Offense: St. James’s passing game, led by Jajuan Jackson, provides versatility and big-play potential. Their ability to capitalize on Union Parish’s secondary will be a determining factor.
- Defensive Battle: Union Parish’s higher tackle count (68.5 per game) suggests a more aggressive defense, but St. James’s ability to limit points against (only 118 allowed this season) could neutralize Union Parish’s offensive strengths.
Conclusion
This clash pits Union Parish’s explosive rushing game against St. James’s balanced attack and staunch defense. With both teams performing well in their districts and featuring standout individual players, this game promises to be a thrilling showdown of contrasting styles. The outcome will hinge on which team can impose its strengths while mitigating its weaknesses.
