The Istrouma Indians and St. Thomas More Cougars will face off in Louisiana varsity football matchup on Friday, November 17, 2023, at 7:00 pm ET at Baton Rouge, LA. This game is a part of the “2023 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division II Select” tournament.
- What it is: Varsity Football
- Matchup: Istrouma Indians vs. St. Thomas More Cougars
- Game Type: Playoffs
- Bracket: 2023 LHSAA Football Playoffs
- Round: Championship Round
- Time: Friday Nov 17, 2023, 7:00 PM (Local time)
- Locations: Istrouma High School – Baton Rouge, LA
- Live Stream: Watch here
The drive from Istrouma High School to St. Thomas More Catholic High School is 7.6 miles via Winbourne Ave, US-61 S and Goodwood Blvd and takes 19 minutes.
The game is expected to be a close one. Both teams are coming into the game with strong records. The Indians are currently 7-1 on the season, while the Cougars are 6-2. The Indians are led by a high-powered offense that is averaging 38 points per game. The Cougars are known for their strong defense, which is giving up just 17 points per game.
This is a matchup of two of the best teams in the state of Louisiana. The Cougars are the favorites, but the Indians are a dangerous team that can beat anyone on their given day.
The key to the game will be for the Indians to stop the Cougars’ running game. If the Indians can force the Cougars to one-dimensional, they will have a chance to win.
The Cougars will need to get their passing game going in order to win. If the Cougars can pass the ball effectively, they will be able to open up the running game and create scoring opportunities.
The game will be streamed live on the NFHS Network. To watch, you will need to create an account and subscribe to the NFHS Network. You can watch on your smartphone, tablet, computer, or connected device.
