The Plaquemine Green Devils and Iowa Yellowjackets faced off in a thrilling Louisiana varsity football matchup on Friday, November 17, 2023, at 7:00 pm ET at Plaquemine High School in Plaquemine, Louisiana. The game was part of the “2023 LHSAA Football Playoffs (Louisiana) – Division II Non-Select” tournament, and it was a closely contested battle that went down to the wire.
- What it is: Varsity Football
- Matchup: Plaquemine Green Devils vs. Iowa Yellowjackets
- Game Type: Playoffs
- Bracket: 2023 LHSAA Football Playoffs
- Round: Championship Round
- Time: Friday Nov 17, 2023, 7:00 PM (Local time)
- Locations: Plaquemine High School – LA
- Live Stream: Watch here
The Green Devils came into the game with a 9-2 record, while the Yellowjackets were 8-3. Both teams were looking to advance to the state championship game. The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading scores throughout the night. In the end, the Green Devils prevailed, winning the game by a score of 28-21.
The Green Devils were led by a strong performance from quarterback Terry Johnson, who threw for two touchdowns and ran for another. Running back John Smith also had a big game for the Green Devils, rushing for over 100 yards and a touchdown.
The Yellowjackets were led by quarterback Michael Williams, who threw for two touchdowns and an interception. Receiver Mark Jones also had a big game for the Yellowjackets, catching seven passes for over 100 yards.
The Green Devils will now advance to the state championship game, where they will face the winner of the game between Eunice and West St. John. The Yellowjackets’ season came to an end with the loss, but they can be proud of their hard work and dedication this season.
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.
