The Easthampton/Hampshire varsity football team will play a home non-conference game against Greenfield today at 6 p.m. in Easthampton, MA.

What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Easthampton/Hampshire (MA) vs Greenfield (MA)
When: Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Football Team Comparisons: Greenfield vs. Easthampton/Hampshire (24-25 Season)

The 2024-2025 football season has seen some competitive action between Greenfield and Easthampton/Hampshire. Both teams have had their moments, but their records and statistical breakdowns show distinct trends. Let’s take a closer look at each team’s performance, key players, and head-to-head results.

Season Record Breakdown

• Greenfield (24-25)
  • Overall Record: 4-4
  • League Record: 2-2
  • Home Record: 4-1
  • Away Record: 0-2
  • Neutral Record: 0-1
  • Win Percentage: .500
  • League Percentage: .500
  • Points For: 186
  • Points Against: 170
• Easthampton/Hampshire (24-25)
  • Overall Record: 4-5
  • League Record: 3-2
  • Home Record: 2-1
  • Away Record: 2-3
  • Neutral Record: 0-1
  • Win Percentage: .444
  • League Percentage: .600
  • Points For: 169
  • Points Against: 242

While both teams finished the season with nearly identical overall records, Greenfield had the edge in home games, securing a 4-1 record. In contrast, Easthampton/Hampshire struggled away from home, with a 2-3 road record. The point differential shows Greenfield’s stronger defensive and offensive performances, allowing 170 points while scoring 186.

Scoring Averages by Quarter

• Greenfield
  • Q1: 4.0
  • Q2: 7.0
  • Q3: 6.0
  • Q4: 18.0
  • Final: 23.3
• Easthampton/Hampshire
  • Q1: 0
  • Q2: 0
  • Q3: 0
  • Q4: 0
  • Final: 18.8

Greenfield’s scoring is heavily concentrated in the second half, with a noticeable surge in the fourth quarter, averaging 18 points. Easthampton/Hampshire, on the other hand, appears to struggle with scoring consistency, particularly in the first three quarters.

Team Stat Comparison

• Greenfield
  • Rushing Yards Per Game: 123.0
  • Passing Yards Per Game: 86.1
  • Receiving Yards Per Game: 86.1
  • Total Yards Per Game: 209.1
  • Tackles Per Game: 48.4
  • Sacks Per Game: 0.6
• Easthampton/Hampshire
  • Rushing Yards Per Game: 123.0
  • Passing Yards Per Game: 51.6
  • Receiving Yards Per Game: 17.4
  • Total Yards Per Game: 209.1
  • Tackles Per Game: 48.4
  • Sacks Per Game: 0.2

Both teams are evenly matched in total yards per game, but Greenfield excels in passing and receiving yards, with 86.1 yards in both categories compared to Easthampton/Hampshire’s 51.6 and 17.4, respectively. Easthampton/Hampshire relies more on rushing, while Greenfield has a more balanced attack.

Team Leaders

• Greenfield
  • Rushing Yards: #10 Jake Kostek (43.0)
  • Passing Yards: #2 Colin Hogan (86.1)
  • Receiving Yards: #11 Trevor Canon-Smith (62.3)
  • Total Yards: #2 Colin Hogan (107.4)
  • Tackles: #43 Jack Isherwood (11.0)
  • Sacks: #68 Travis Carpenter (0.3)
• Easthampton/Hampshire
  • Rushing Yards: 20.3
  • Passing Yards: 51.6
  • Receiving Yards: 17.4
  • Total Yards: 36.7
  • Tackles: 2.7
  • Sacks: 0.2

Greenfield’s Colin Hogan is a standout player with a combined passing and total yards average of 107.4 yards per game, while Easthampton/Hampshire’s statistics reflect a heavier reliance on rushing rather than passing or receiving.

Common Opponents

Both teams faced common opponents during the season, with Greenfield winning three out of four matchups, while Easthampton/Hampshire also managed a 3-1 record against these same teams. The games were competitive, as seen in their respective victories against Frontier Regional, Athol, and Belchertown, although the outcomes differed in other matchups such as Palmer.

Conclusion

While Greenfield may have slightly outperformed Easthampton/Hampshire overall, especially at home, both teams showed competitiveness and the ability to win in tough matchups. The key to Greenfield’s success seems to be their offensive balance and strong passing game, while Easthampton/Hampshire’s strength lies in their ability to grind out wins, particularly in league games. Looking ahead, both teams have the potential to continue their strong play next season, but they’ll need to work on consistency in their early-game performances and in away contests.