The Teurlings Catholic varsity football team from Lafayette, LA, will host a playoff game against John Curtis Christian from River Ridge, LA, tonight at 7:00 PM. This matchup is part of the 2024 LHSAA Division I Select Football Playoffs.
What: Louisiana High School Football
Who: Teurlings Catholic (LA) vs John Curtis Christian (LA)
When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Where: Teurlings Catholic High School
Bracket: 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division I Select
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John Curtis Christian vs. Teurlings Catholic: A Statistical Breakdown
The 2024-2025 high school football season has seen impressive performances from both John Curtis Christian and Teurlings Catholic. This article dives into their rankings, records, team statistics, and performances to provide a comprehensive comparison of the two teams.
Rankings & Records
John Curtis Christian:
- Overall Record: 6-5
- District Record: 3-4
- Home Record: 3-2
- Away Record: 3-3
- Win Percentage: 54.5%
- District Win Percentage: 42.9%
- Points For (PF): 195
- Points Against (PA): 189
Teurlings Catholic:
- Overall Record: 10-1
- District Record: 5-1
- Home Record: 6-0
- Away Record: 4-1
- Win Percentage: 90.9%
- District Win Percentage: 83.3%
- Points For (PF): 366
- Points Against (PA): 176
Teurlings Catholic boasts a significantly stronger season overall, highlighted by an impressive 10-1 record and dominant performances at home.
Team Scoring Averages
| Quarter | John Curtis Christian | Teurlings Catholic |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 5.0 | 11.3 |
| Q2 | 2.1 | 15.1 |
| Q3 | 1.8 | 3.4 |
| Q4 | 6.1 | 8.7 |
| Final | 17.7 | 33.3 |
Teurlings Catholic excels in the first two quarters, averaging over 26 points in the first half, while John Curtis Christian’s scoring is more evenly distributed, though significantly lower overall.
Team Stat Comparison
| Category | John Curtis Christian | Teurlings Catholic |
| Rushing Yards Per Game | 238.7 | – |
| Passing Yards Per Game | 64.1 | – |
| Receiving Yards Per Game | 62.5 | – |
| Total Yards Per Game | 302.8 | – |
| Tackles Per Game | 68.7 | – |
| Sacks Per Game | 1.5 | – |
| Points Per Game | 17.2 | 33.3 |
John Curtis Christian relies heavily on their rushing game, averaging nearly 240 yards on the ground per contest. In contrast, Teurlings Catholic’s high-scoring offense doesn’t show specific stats here but clearly outpaces John Curtis Christian in overall points.
Team Leaders
| Statistic | John Curtis Christian (Leader) | Teurlings Catholic (National Avg.) |
| Rushing Yards/Game | #3 Reggie Johnson (59.5) | – (20.1) |
| Passing Yards/Game | #3 Reggie Johnson (60.9) | – (50.8) |
| Receiving Yards/Game | #83 Jarvis Stevenson (25.7) | – (17.2) |
| Total Yards/Game | #3 Reggie Johnson (120.5) | – (36.4) |
| Tackles/Game | #4 Hayden Delatte (10.7) | – (2.7) |
| Sacks/Game | #95 Logan Barnes (0.5) | – (0.2) |
| Points/Game | #3 Reggie Johnson (3.8) | – (2.6) |
Reggie Johnson stands out as a versatile contributor for John Curtis Christian, leading in rushing, passing, total yards, and scoring.
Common Opponents
| Date | Opponent | John Curtis Christian Result | Teurlings Catholic Result |
| 10/25/24 | Jesuit | (L) 17-10 | (W) 31-23 |
Against a shared opponent, Jesuit, Teurlings Catholic secured a victory while John Curtis Christian fell short. This further highlights Teurlings Catholic’s strong season.
Record Breakdown
| Category | John Curtis Christian | Teurlings Catholic |
| Overall | 6-5 | 10-1 |
| League | 3-4 | 5-1 |
| Non-League | 1-1 | 4-0 |
| Home | 3-2 | 6-0 |
| Away | 3-3 | 4-1 |
| Playoff | 2-0 | 1-0 |
| In-State | 6-4 | 10-1 |
| Out-of-State | 0-1 | 0-0 |
Conclusion
Teurlings Catholic has demonstrated dominance throughout the season with a balanced and high-powered offense and a strong defensive record. John Curtis Christian, while competitive, has shown inconsistency in district play and scoring efficiency. As the season progresses, Teurlings Catholic’s superior stats and record position them as a formidable contender in Louisiana high school football.
