The Sterlington (LA) varsity football team will host Patterson (LA) in a home playoff game today at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division III Non-Select tournament.
What: Louisiana High School Football
Who: Sterlington (LA) vs Patterson (LA)
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division III Non-Select
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network
Patterson vs. Sterlington: A Comparative Look at Their 2024-2025 Season Records and Performance
As the 2024-2025 high school football season progresses, two teams that stand out in Louisiana’s rankings are Patterson and Sterlington. With contrasting records and performances, both teams offer a unique dynamic. Let’s dive into their season statistics, team scoring averages, and performance breakdowns to understand how they compare.
Patterson (24-25) Overview:
Patterson’s season has been challenging. With a 1-9 overall record, the team struggles with consistency across various matchups. Their district record of 1-2 highlights some competitiveness within their league, but overall, the results have been difficult to come by.
- Win Percentage: Patterson has a .100 win percentage, meaning they have only secured 1 win out of 10 games.
- District Performance: Patterson’s district record stands at 1-2, showing some promise within their league despite the difficult overall season.
- Points Scored vs. Points Allowed: Patterson has scored 94 points this season while allowing 324, reflecting a significant disparity between their offensive and defensive performance.
- Scoring Average: Patterson’s team struggles to put up points, averaging just 9.4 points per game. Their most productive quarter is the fourth, where they score an average of 3.2 points.
Sterlington (24-25) Overview:
In contrast, Sterlington’s season has been much more successful. With a 6-4 overall record, they have been a formidable opponent in both district and non-district games.
- Win Percentage: Sterlington holds a solid win percentage of .600, with 6 wins and 4 losses.
- District Performance: Sterlington is unbeaten in district play, boasting a perfect 4-0 record. This showcases their dominance within their league.
- Points Scored vs. Points Allowed: The team has scored 300 points while giving up 174, indicating a much more balanced offensive and defensive performance compared to Patterson.
- Scoring Average: Sterlington averages a strong 30 points per game, with their most successful quarter being the second, where they score 13.7 points on average.
Comparing Key Stats:
| Category | Patterson | Sterlington |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Record | 1-9 | 6-4 |
| District Record | 1-2 | 4-0 |
| Home Record | 1-5 | 3-2 |
| Away Record | 0-4 | 3-2 |
| Win Percentage | .100 | .600 |
| Points Scored (PF) | 94 | 300 |
| Points Allowed (PA) | 324 | 174 |
| Scoring Average (Final) | 9.4 | 30.0 |
Scoring Breakdown:
Patterson’s struggle to put up points is clear in the scoring breakdown across quarters. They average less than 1 point per quarter in the first three periods, with their highest output being in the fourth quarter (3.2 points). This lack of scoring has been a major obstacle throughout the season.
On the other hand, Sterlington’s scoring is much more balanced and consistent. They score an average of 6.8 points in the first quarter, peaking in the second with 13.7 points before tapering off slightly in the second half. Despite this, their overall scoring average of 30 points per game is a significant difference compared to Patterson.
Home and Away Performance:
Patterson has struggled particularly at home, with a 1-5 record. Their away performance has been equally poor at 0-4. Sterlington, while not dominant on the road, has fared much better overall, with a 3-2 record both at home and away.
Conclusion:
While Patterson faces a tough road ahead with significant challenges in their overall play and scoring, Sterlington continues to show dominance, especially within their district. With a balanced offensive attack and solid defensive performance, Sterlington appears poised for a strong finish to their season, while Patterson will need to regroup and find solutions to improve their competitiveness moving forward.
