Shreveport’s two top high‑school football programs, the Catholic‑affiliated Calvary Cavaliers and the Baptist‑affiliated Loyola Flyers, will clash Friday night in the Johnny’s Pizza House Game of the Week. The unbeaten Calvary squad hosts Loyola at the Calvary stadium, renewing a rivalry that has not been played since the 2023 season.
Historical Edge and Current Stakes
Calvary enters the matchup with a perfect record against Loyola, having won all seven previous meetings. This game represents the Cavaliers’ toughest test of the season, offering a chance to prove they can dominate the area’s elite competition. Loyola, meanwhile, looks to break the streak and establish itself among Shreveport’s football powerhouses.
Coaches’ Perspectives
Calvary head coach Rodney Guin said, “It should be close, very competitive. They’re very good on offense. I’ll tell you what, as good as anybody we played probably in a long time. So, you know, we’re looking for a good game between two good teams.” Loyola coach John Sella added, “You turn on the film and they are very similar. They’re really smart with the football. Very nice touch on the passes. Catchable balls. Very accurate. And so they do mirror each other a little bit.” Both coaches highlighted the similarity in their quarterbacks’ skill sets.
Quarterback Duel
The spotlight will also be on the quarterback showdown between Loyola’s Bryce Restovich and Calvary’s Hudson Price. Restovich has taken a significant step forward this year, adding a strong running element to his game. Guin praised his development, noting, “Restovich really just this year has taken off. The ability to run the ball has made him a whole different player to me. He was good last year, but he’s very good right now.” Price, known as “Huddy,” continues to improve each week, providing Calvary with a balanced passing and rushing threat.
Community Connections
Beyond the on‑field action, the rivalry carries personal significance for many players who know each other off the field. Sella explained, “A lot of guys know each other on both teams, so that makes it a little bigger. Kind of, you know, just bragging rights. Which I think some of that has been lost.” The game will be broadcast on Southern Classic Chicken Friday Football Fever, with live coverage at 10:30 p.m. on KPXJ CW 21.
What’s at Stake
For Calvary, maintaining an unbeaten record against Loyola is a point of pride and a benchmark for the season’s progress. Loyola hopes to use this high‑profile matchup to signal its rise in the regional hierarchy. Fans can expect a competitive, high‑scoring affair that showcases the talent of two of Shreveport’s best high‑school football programs.
Both schools and their supporters are gearing up for a night of spirited competition, community pride, and the chance to add a new chapter to a storied local rivalry.
Original reporting: KTBS 3 (Shreveport) — read the source article.
