Shreveport, Louisiana, October 3, 2025
News Summary
As teams prepare for Week 5 of the high school football season in Shreveport, Louisiana, several crucial matchups are set to unfold. The showdown between Evangel and Huntington is highly anticipated, while Captain Shreve faces Airline in a closely contested game. Parkway, remaining undefeated, will play Byrd, and Loyola takes on Minden in a tough district matchup. North DeSoto’s matchup with BTW is also significant for conference standings. Fans are sure to enjoy an action-packed week of football filled with competition and excitement.
Shreveport, Louisiana is gearing up for an exciting week in high school football as several crucial matchups unfold during Week 5 of the 2025 season. With teams poised for both victories and showdowns, fans can expect intense competition on the gridiron.
Of particular interest will be the game between Evangel (3-1, 3-0), which is set to play against Huntington (2-2, 2-1) at Independence Stadium. Evangel comes off a significant win over Airline, and Huntington is looking to build on its recent victory against Haughton. Predictions suggest a high-scoring affair, favoring Evangel 44 to Huntington’s 40.
In another notable matchup, Captain Shreve (3-1, 3-0) is traveling to face Airline (3-1, 1-1), who recently had their impressive 17-game regular-season win streak come to an end last week. This game is predicted to be closely contested, with a projected score of Airline 38, Captain Shreve 34.
Parkway (4-0, 2-0) remains undefeated and will face Byrd (1-3, 0-2), who recently secured their first win of the season. The forecast for this matchup leans heavily in Parkway’s favor, with a predicted score of 55 to 28.
Additionally, Loyola (4-0, 1-0) will host Minden (2-2, 1-0) in a tough District 1-4A contest that will test both teams’ contenders. The projected outcome sees Loyola winning with a score of 32 to 28.
Another key matchup is between BTW (3-1, 1-0) and North DeSoto (4-0, 1-0), currently both competing for conference supremacy. Predictions favor North DeSoto, with a projected score of 48 to 17. Other notable games include:
- Benton (0-4) at Leesville (1-3) – Predicted score: 34-29
- Haughton (1-3, 1-2) at Natchitoches Central (1-3, 0-3) – Predicted score: 28-27
- Bossier (2-2, 0-1) at Southwood (2-1, 0-1)
- Woodlawn (2-2, 0-1) at Northwood (3-1, 0-1)
- D’Arbonne Woods (3-1, 0-1) at Green Oaks (1-3, 0-1)
- Magnolia (0-3, 0-1) at Calvary (3-1, 1-0) – Predicted score: 48-7
- Mansfield (2-2) at North Caddo (1-3) – Predicted score: 33-21
- Logansport (2-2) at Kinder (4-0)
- Plain Dealing (0-3, 0-1) at Glenbrook (2-2, 0-1)
In terms of player performances, Terrell Pegues of Mansfield stands out with a leading 630 yards passing and 6 touchdowns through four weeks. Other notable players in the area include Peyton Houston and Justin Whitaker, who have been ranked in various statistical categories such as passing, receiving, and tackles.
Fans can follow weekly updates on high school football in the Shreveport-Bossier City area for scores and results from these pivotal matchups.
Upcoming Key Matches and Predictions
| Matchup | Predicted Score |
|---|---|
| Evangel vs. Huntington | Evangel 44, Huntington 40 |
| Captain Shreve vs. Airline | Airline 38, Captain Shreve 34 |
| Parkway vs. Byrd | Parkway 55, Byrd 28 |
| Loyola vs. Minden | Loyola 32, Minden 28 |
| Natchitoches Central vs. Haughton | Natchitoches Central 28, Haughton 27 |
| Benton vs. Leesville | Benton 34, Leesville 29 |
| BTW vs. North DeSoto | North DeSoto 48, BTW 17 |
| Calvary vs. Magnolia | Calvary 48, Magnolia 7 |
FAQ
What are some key matchups for Week 5 of the Louisiana high school football season?
Key matchups include Evangel against Huntington, Captain Shreve facing Airline, and Parkway playing against Byrd.
What are the predicted scores for these matchups?
Predictions suggest Evangel 44, Huntington 40; Airline 38, Captain Shreve 34; Parkway 55, Byrd 28; and Loyola 32, Minden 28.
Who is leading in player statistics?
Terrell Pegues of Mansfield leads with 630 yards passing and 6 touchdowns.
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Additional Resources
- Shreveport Bossier Advocate: High School Football Scores
- Shreveport Times: Week 5 Football Predictions
- SI: Shreveport Metro High School Football Schedule
- Encyclopedia Britannica: American Football
- Google Search: Shreveport High School Football
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