The Belmont (MA) varsity football team will host Watertown (MA) in a home non-conference game today at 10 a.m.
What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Belmont (MA) vs Watertown (MA)
When: Thursday, November 28, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. ET
Where: Belmont High School
Live stream: Watch here
Analyzing the 2024-2025 Seasons: Watertown vs. Belmont
The 2024-2025 high school sports season saw both Watertown and Belmont teams grappling with challenges, as reflected in their rankings and records. Despite similar struggles, a closer look at the stats reveals unique stories for each team.
Rankings and Records
Watertown (2024-2025)
- Division Rank: 207
- Overall Record: 2-6
- League Record: 1-4
- Home Record: 1-3
- Away Record: 1-3
- Win Percentage: 25%
- League Win Percentage: 20%
- Points For: 91
- Points Against: 235
Belmont (2024-2025)
- Division Rank: 209
- Overall Record: 2-8
- League Record: 1-4
- Home Record: 1-5
- Away Record: 1-3
- Win Percentage: 20%
- League Win Percentage: 20%
- Points For: 50
- Points Against: 332
Team Scoring Averages
Watertown showed moderate scoring across quarters, averaging 11.4 points per game, with the fourth quarter being their strongest at 2.8 points.
| Quarter | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watertown | 1.2 | 2.2 | 1.2 | 2.8 | 11.4 |
In contrast, Belmont struggled offensively, posting a scoring average of only 5.0 points per game, with no recorded scoring breakdown by quarter.
| Quarter | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
| Belmont | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5.0 |
Record Breakdown
Watertown
- Non-League Games: 1-2
- Home Performance: 1-3
- Away Performance: 1-3
- Playoff Performance: None
- In-State Games: 2-6
Belmont
- Non-League Games: 1-4
- Home Performance: 1-5
- Away Performance: 1-3
- Playoff Performance: None
- In-State Games: 2-8
Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
Interestingly, Watertown and Belmont did not face each other during the season (0-0 head-to-head) and did not share any common opponents (0-0).
Key Takeaways
- Offensive Disparity: Watertown’s scoring average of 11.4 points per game was more than double Belmont’s average of 5.0 points per game, suggesting a stronger offensive setup despite the overall struggles.
- Defensive Challenges: Both teams struggled defensively, with Watertown allowing 235 points and Belmont conceding a staggering 332 points over the season.
- Home Court Woes: Both teams found little success at home, with Watertown managing only 1 win in 4 home games and Belmont struggling with a 1-5 home record.
Closing Thoughts
The 2024-2025 season highlighted the rebuilding phases for both Watertown and Belmont. While their records are similar, the underlying stats suggest potential areas of focus: Watertown’s offense could be a foundation for improvement, while Belmont needs a complete rethinking of both offensive and defensive strategies. These insights could set the stage for stronger performances in future seasons.
