The Boston Latin Academy varsity football team (Dorchester, MA) will host a home conference game against O’Bryant (Roxbury, MA) today at 2 p.m.

What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Boston Latin Academy (IL) vs O’Bryant (IL)
When: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Time: 2:00 p.m. ET
Where: West Roxbury HS Academy
Live stream: Watch here

O’Bryant and Boston Latin Academy Football Season Recap: A Detailed Breakdown of 2024-25

The 2024-25 high school football season in Massachusetts saw a competitive campaign for two local teams, O’Bryant and Boston Latin Academy. Both schools showcased moments of triumph and challenge, with their performances reflecting their dedication and resilience on the field. Here’s an in-depth look at how the teams fared throughout the season, analyzing their records, scoring averages, common opponents, and results.

Team Records Overview

O’Bryant (24-25 Season)

• Overall Record: 3-4
• League Record: 0-1
• Home Record: 2-2
• Away Record: 0-2
• Neutral Record: 1-0
• Win Percentage: .429
• League Win Percentage: .000
• Points For (PF): 148
• Points Against (PA): 147

Boston Latin Academy (24-25 Season)

• Overall Record: 5-5
• League Record: 2-0
• Home Record: 2-3
• Away Record: 2-2
• Neutral Record: 1-0
• Win Percentage: .500
• League Win Percentage: 1.000
• Points For (PF): 198
• Points Against (PA): 206

Boston Latin Academy had a slightly better season overall, achieving a .500 win percentage compared to O’Bryant’s .429. However, O’Bryant’s close point differential of +1 suggests that their games were competitive and often tightly contested.

Scoring Averages by Quarter

One key aspect of evaluating team performance is understanding how they score throughout the game. The quarter-by-quarter scoring averages provide a clearer picture of team dynamics.

O’Bryant’s Quarter Scoring Averages

• Q1: 7.0 points
• Q2: 0 points
• Q3: 4.0 points
• Q4: 6.0 points
• Final: 21.1 points

Boston Latin Academy’s Quarter Scoring Averages

• Q1: 3.0 points
• Q2: 3.5 points
• Q3: 7.0 points
• Q4: 6.8 points
• Final: 19.8 points

O’Bryant demonstrated a strong opening quarter with an average of 7 points, but struggled to maintain scoring momentum in the second quarter, averaging zero points. On the other hand, Boston Latin Academy maintained more consistent scoring throughout the game, particularly in the second and third quarters.

Common Opponents: Head-to-Head Performance

Both teams faced a number of common opponents during the season, which gives a more comprehensive view of their relative strengths. Here’s how they performed against these shared teams:

Record Breakdown Analysis

Head-to-Head: The teams did not face each other directly in 2024-25, so their head-to-head comparison remains untested.

Common Opponents:

• O’Bryant’s record against common opponents was 3-4.
• Boston Latin Academy fared better against these same teams with a record of 5-2.

Key Observations

• O’Bryant showcased competitive performances, particularly in victories against teams like Roxbury Prep Charter and East Boston. Their close point differential highlights the tight nature of their contests.
• Boston Latin Academy had a more successful season overall, with standout wins over Roxbury Prep Charter and Minuteman Regional. Their consistent scoring through all four quarters allowed them to edge out opponents in crucial moments.

Conclusion

The 2024-25 season was a notable one for both O’Bryant and Boston Latin Academy. While Boston Latin Academy emerged with a winning record and a higher league performance, O’Bryant demonstrated resilience and close competition with its opponents. Both teams showed potential and areas for growth as they move forward into future seasons, emphasizing the importance of consistency and second-quarter scoring for O’Bryant and maintaining strong finishes for Boston Latin Academy.

This analysis provides a comprehensive look at the performance and strategies of O’Bryant and Boston Latin Academy in the 2024-25 football season.