Shreveport, LA, October 12, 2025
News Summary
As the Louisiana high school football season reaches its midpoint, the Shreveport-Bossier City area showcases impressive talent. Players like Peyton Houston and Jamarcea Plater are making headlines with their record-breaking performances. North DeSoto remains undefeated, while the Loyola Flyers surprise fans with their strong season. Several key matchups lie ahead, raising excitement for the second half of the season. The region’s coaches, players, and teams are setting the stage for an intense conclusion to the season with significant playoff implications.
Shreveport
The 2025 Louisiana high school football season has reached its midpoint, with several standout performances and key matchups shaping up the landscape of the Shreveport-Bossier City area. With the first five weeks completed, teams and players are gearing up for the important second half of the season.
Evangel’s Peyton Houston, who has committed to LSU, has emerged as a dominant quarterback this season, expected to throw for nearly 4,000 yards and 35 touchdowns by the conclusion of the regular season. Meanwhile, Captain Shreve’s Jamarcea Plater, committed to Wake Forest, is on track to break the all-time rushing record at the school, having accumulated 818 rushing yards in the first half of the season. Additionally, North DeSoto has maintained an undefeated record and secured the No. 1 LHSAA playoff seed, thanks to outstanding performances from Braelyn Latin and Louisiana Tech commit Kenny Thomas.
Other notable players include Airline’s Kenny Darby, who has reached over 100 catches, solidifying his status as the top player in LSU’s 2026 signing class. Junior quarterback Bryce Restovich from Loyola is also making headlines as he approaches additional passing records after already holding several at Loyola and has thrown for 1,535 yards and an area-high 23 touchdowns.
Despite the standout performances, there is a concerning scarcity of impactful rushers other than Jamarcea Plater, Gabe Lockett from Shreve, Kenny Thomas, Braelyn Latin, and Terrell Pegues of Mansfield. The question of the best defensive unit in the region remains up for debate as several teams frequently average over 40 points per game.
In a noteworthy turn of events, Green Oaks was forced to forfeit three games due to a GPA miscalculation, raising questions regarding the fairness of this action after they self-reported. On a more positive note, the Loyola Flyers are the surprise team of the first half, currently undefeated but facing challenging matchups against BTW, Northwood, and North DeSoto in the second half.
Key upcoming matchups include:
- Captain Shreve (4-1) at Parkway (5-0) – This Friday
- Loyola (5-0) at BTW (4-1) – October 24
- Loyola (5-0) at North DeSoto (5-0) – October 31
- Captain Shreve (4-1) vs. Byrd (1-4) – November 7
- Northwood (4-1) at Loyola (5-0) – November 7
Coaches throughout the region have led their teams to impressive seasons. Coach Coy Brotherton has guided Parkway to a perfect (5-0) record midseason, while Coach David Franklin has improved Haynesville, also at (5-0). North DeSoto remains formidable under Coach Dennis Dunn, bolstered by players like Luke Delafield, Kenny Thomas, and Braelyn Latin. Captain Shreve, with Coach Jeremy Wilburn, continues to score prolifically, averaging over 55 points per game after an initial loss.
Individual notable statistics include:
- Jamarcea Plater: 818 rushing yards, 12 touchdowns, averaging 7.7 yards per carry.
- Peyton Houston: 1,890 yards passing, 17 touchdowns, plus 464 rushing yards and 5 scores.
- Bryce Restovich: 1,535 yards passing with 23 touchdowns, despite missing some games.
- Kenny Darby: 46 catches for 706 yards, 6 touchdowns, averaging 15.35 yards per catch.
In the Times poll for Athlete of the Week for Week 5, Osborne Demery from Captain Shreve topped the votes with 26,310 votes out of a total of 64,601 votes cast, followed by Parkway’s Brady Pine with 20,444 votes. Demery has aspirations to pursue medicine and nutrition alongside a college football career. Other athletes on the ballot included players from various teams across North Louisiana, showcasing the depth of talent in the area.
FAQ
- What is the current status of the 2025 Louisiana high school football season?
- The 2025 Louisiana high school football season has reached its midpoint.
- Which players are currently standout performers in the Shreveport-Bossier City area?
- Peyton Houston (Evangel), Jamarcea Plater (Captain Shreve), and Kenny Darby (Airline) are among the standout performers.
- What are the key matchups coming up in the second half of the season?
- Key upcoming matchups include Captain Shreve at Parkway and Loyola at BTW.
- What was the outcome of Green Oaks’ GPA issue?
- Green Oaks was forced to forfeit three games due to a GPA miscalculation.
- Who was voted Athlete of the Week in the Times poll for Week 5?
- Osborne Demery from Captain Shreve was voted Athlete of the Week, accumulating 26,310 votes.
Key Features of the 2025 Louisiana High School Football Season
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Midseason Status | Reached midpoint of the season |
| Standout Players | Peyton Houston, Jamarcea Plater, Kenny Darby |
| Upcoming Matchups | Captain Shreve vs Parkway, Loyola vs BTW |
| GPA Issue | Green Oaks forfeited three games |
| Athlete of the Week | Osborne Demery with 26,310 votes |
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Additional Resources
- Shreveport Times: High School Football Midway Report
- Wikipedia: High School Football in the United States
- Shreveport-Bossier Advocate: High School Football Scores
- Google Search: Louisiana High School Football 2025
- Shreveport Times: Top Football Performers Week 6
- Encyclopedia Britannica: American Football
- Shreveport Times: Athlete of the Week Poll
- Google News: Shreveport Football
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