The Vermilion Catholic varsity football team (Abbeville, LA) will play a home playoff game against St. Edmund (Eunice, LA) on Friday, November 29, at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division IV Select tournament.
What: Louisiana High School Football
Who: Vermilion Catholic (LA) vs St. Edmund (LA)
When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Where: Vermilion Catholic High School
Bracket: 2024 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division IV Select
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St. Edmund vs. Vermilion Catholic: A Season Recap and Comparative Analysis
As the 2024-2025 Louisiana high school football season unfolds, St. Edmund and Vermilion Catholic have emerged as standout teams within their classifications. This article examines their impressive seasons, key player performances, and how they measure up against one another.
Record Overview
St. Edmund (24-25)
- Overall Record: 11-1
- District Record: 5-1
- Home Record: 6-0
- Away Record: 4-1
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Win Percentage: .917
- District Win Percentage: .833
- Points For (PF): 644
- Points Against (PA): 240
Vermilion Catholic (24-25)
- Overall Record: 12-0
- District Record: 4-0
- Home Record: 7-0
- Away Record: 5-0
- Win Percentage: 1.000
- District Win Percentage: 1.000
- Points For (PF): 530
- Points Against (PA): 186
Scoring Analysis
St. Edmund has showcased a dynamic scoring offense throughout the season. Their points-per-quarter averages are as follows:
- Q1: 21.8
- Q2: 17.2
- Q3: 11.3
- Q4: 5.4
- Final: 53.7 points per game.
In contrast, Vermilion Catholic has demonstrated solid but slightly lower scoring consistency:
- Q1: 10.5
- Q2: 3.5
- Q3: 10.5
- Q4: 5.0
- Final: 44.2 points per game.
Team Stat Comparison
While St. Edmund’s performance is notable, Vermilion Catholic’s season is exceptional in certain statistical areas. Here is a comparison of key metrics:
| Stat | St. Edmund | Vermilion Catholic |
|---|---|---|
| Rushing Yards/G | 120.0 | – |
| Passing Yards/G | 97.7 | – |
| Receiving Yards/G | 95.9 | – |
| Total Yards/G | 217.7 | – |
| Tackles/G | 25.0 | – |
| Sacks/G | 0.4 | – |
| Points/G | 29.9 | – |
Team Leaders
Key players have propelled both teams to successful seasons:
St. Edmund
- Henry Summerlin: 130.2 rushing yards/game, 15.0 points/game
- Kane West: 155.8 passing yards/game, 186.2 total yards/game
- Seth Aucoin: 62.7 receiving yards/game
- Wyatt Dubois: 6.7 tackles/game
- Nathan Zaunbrecher: 0.2 sacks/game
Vermilion Catholic
- Specific stats for Vermilion Catholic were not detailed but their performance was defined by consistent winning and a powerful overall team dynamic.
Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
Both teams showcased strong performances against common opponents. St. Edmund went 2-0, securing victories over Opelousas Catholic (46-42) and Westminster Academy (42-27). Vermilion Catholic, meanwhile, was a perfect 3-0 against common foes, defeating Opelousas Catholic (50-21), Westminster Academy (47-17), and Riverside Academy (49-34).
Record Breakdown
St. Edmund
- In-State Record: 11-1
- Out-of-State Record: 0-0
Vermilion Catholic
- In-State Record: 12-0
- Out-of-State Record: 0-0
Conclusion
St. Edmund and Vermilion Catholic have been standout teams in Louisiana high school football this season, each with their own set of strengths. St. Edmund’s high-scoring games and balanced play showcase their versatility, while Vermilion Catholic’s undefeated record and strong defensive and offensive balance highlight their dominance. The teams share a mutual respect, strengthened by their impressive records and strategic victories over common opponents. As the season progresses, these two teams remain prime contenders, potentially setting the stage for an unforgettable matchup.
