The Bay Path RVT varsity football team (Charlton, MA) will host a non-conference game against Greater New Bedford RVT (New Bedford, MA) today at 6:30 p.m.

What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Bay Path RVT (MA) vs Greater New Bedford RVT (MA)
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 6:30 p.m. ET
Where: Bay Path Regional
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Comparing Greater New Bedford RVT and Bay Path RVT: A Tale of Two Teams

As the high school football season progresses, the performance of each team can be closely analyzed to understand their strengths, weaknesses, and what makes them unique. Let’s take a closer look at Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School (Greater New Bedford RVT) and Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School (Bay Path RVT), two teams that have shown impressive results in the 2024-2025 season.

Greater New Bedford RVT: A Strong Competitor in Division MA

Greater New Bedford RVT has had a solid season with a 5-4 overall record. The team, competing in Division MA, has faced a mixed league performance, finishing with a 1-3 record in the league but an above-.500 mark overall at 5-4. They have shown resilience, especially at home, where they hold a 3-2 record, while they are 2-2 on the road.

In terms of scoring, Greater New Bedford RVT averages 21.6 points per game (PPG), with their highest scoring quarter being the second (6.0 points). However, they struggled a bit in the third quarter, with a zero-point average. Despite this, the team managed to keep their total points per game up, thanks to solid performances in other quarters. Their offense is driven by Kaiden Brochu, who leads the team with 141.7 rushing yards per game, and he also tops the total yards category, with 167.4 yards per game. Brochu also leads the team in points per game (11.8), showcasing his key role in the team’s offensive efforts.

Bay Path RVT: Dominant in Their League

On the other side, Bay Path RVT has been the powerhouse of their league, boasting a remarkable 9-1 overall record. With a perfect 4-0 in league play, they have been dominant both at home and on the road, finishing with a perfect 5-0 record at home and a solid 4-1 away. Bay Path’s offensive production has been exceptional, averaging a stunning 39.7 points per game.

Bay Path’s team has been strong in all four quarters of the game, with the first quarter (13.8 points) being their most explosive. In contrast to Greater New Bedford RVT, Bay Path maintains consistent offensive output across the game, which has been crucial in their dominance. Leading the charge for Bay Path is their offense, powered by quarterback Corey Scovil, who averages 103.6 passing yards per game, and running back Kaiden Brochu’s brother, who has been instrumental in the team’s yardage.

Team Comparisons: A Battle of Different Strengths

In comparing the two teams’ statistics, several key differences emerge:

• Offensive Yardage: Greater New Bedford RVT averages 316.2 total yards per game, with a heavy emphasis on rushing (233.3 yards per game). In contrast, Bay Path RVT is more well-rounded, averaging 397 total yards per game, with a mix of both rushing and passing yards.
• Scoring: Bay Path RVT’s high-scoring offense (39.7 PPG) dwarfs Greater New Bedford’s 21.6 PPG, indicating a clear offensive edge for Bay Path. This offensive prowess has helped them win games in convincing fashion, as evidenced by their 9-1 record.
• Key Players: For Greater New Bedford RVT, Kaiden Brochu is the standout player, leading in multiple categories, including rushing yards and total yards per game. For Bay Path RVT, they rely on their dynamic offense, with players like Corey Scovil providing a balanced attack through the air and on the ground.

Record Breakdown

The record breakdown further highlights the differences between the two teams:

• Greater New Bedford RVT:
  • 5-4 overall
  • 1-3 in league play
  • 3-2 at home
  • 2-2 away
  • 0-1 in playoffs
• Bay Path RVT:
  • 9-1 overall
  • 4-0 in league play
  • 5-0 at home
  • 4-1 away
  • Undefeated in the playoffs so far

Conclusion

While both teams have had strong seasons, Bay Path RVT’s dominance in the league and consistent high-scoring performances place them as the superior team in this comparison. Greater New Bedford RVT, while competitive, will need to find more offensive consistency, particularly in the third quarter, if they are to challenge top-tier teams like Bay Path.

As the season progresses and both teams aim for playoff contention, it will be exciting to see how their performances evolve and if Greater New Bedford can rise to the challenge posed by Bay Path’s dominant offensive display.