The Linganore High School varsity football team from Frederick, MD, will host a home playoff game against Westminster High School on Friday, November 15, at 6:30 p.m.
What: Maryland High School Football
Who: Linganore (MD) vs Westminster (MD)
When: Friday, November 15, 2024
Time: 6:30 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network
Westminster vs. Linganore: A Look at the 2024-2025 Season Records, Rankings, and Game Insights
As the 2024-2025 high school football season progresses, teams in Maryland have shown their skills, resilience, and fighting spirit. Two prominent teams in focus are Westminster and Linganore, both of whom have impressive records and regional rankings. This article dives into the season stats, records, scoring averages, common opponents, and overall performance breakdowns of each team, highlighting what has made each of them successful and how they stack up against each other.
Rankings & Records
Westminster Owls
- Class Ranking: 10th in Maryland
- Overall Record: 7-3
- Region Record: 5-1
- Home Record: 3-1
- Away Record: 4-2
- Winning Percentage: 70% overall, 83% in regional play
- Points Scored (PF): 244
- Points Allowed (PA): 144
Linganore Lancers
- Class Ranking: 1st in Maryland
- Overall Record: 10-0
- Region Record: 7-0
- Home Record: 5-0
- Away Record: 5-0
- Winning Percentage: 100% overall, 100% in regional play
- Points Scored (PF): 458
- Points Allowed (PA): 123
Linganore’s undefeated season (10-0) and first-place ranking demonstrate their dominance this season, while Westminster, with a solid 7-3 record, has still shown strength, particularly within their region.
Scoring Averages by Quarter
Westminster’s Scoring Averages
- Q1: 4.2
- Q2: 6.6
- Q3: 2.6
- Q4: 4.4
- OT1: 7.0
- Final Average Score: 24.4 points per game
Linganore’s Scoring Averages
- Q1: 8.8
- Q2: 12.0
- Q3: 12.3
- Q4: 7.0
- Final Average Score: 45.8 points per game
Linganore’s offensive strength is apparent, especially in the second and third quarters, averaging over 45 points per game, nearly doubling Westminster’s 24.4 points per game. Westminster’s scoring is more balanced but comparatively lower, indicating that while they score consistently, they may struggle to match high-powered offenses like Linganore’s.
Common Opponents and Results
Examining how each team performed against common opponents offers insights into their respective strengths.
| Date | Westminster | Result | Date | Linganore | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/13/24 | at Frederick | L, 28-20 | 10/10/24 | Frederick (H) | W, 49-14 |
| 9/20/24 | vs. South Carroll | W, 20-6 | 9/13/24 | at South Carroll | W, 42-3 |
| 9/27/24 | vs. Walkersville | W, 7-0 | 9/20/24 | at Walkersville | W, 49-21 |
Linganore’s dominant performances against Frederick, South Carroll, and Walkersville suggest a significant offensive edge over Westminster in shared matchups, as Westminster’s scoring has been more conservative against these teams.
Detailed Record Breakdown
The following categories provide a detailed comparison of the two teams’ season performance.
| Category | Westminster (7-3) | Linganore (10-0) |
|---|---|---|
| League Record | 5-1 | 7-0 |
| Non-League Record | 1-2 | 2-0 |
| Common Opponent Record | 2-1 | 3-0 |
| Home Record | 3-1 | 5-0 |
| Away Record | 4-2 | 5-0 |
| Neutral Record | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Playoff Record | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| In-State Record | 7-3 | 10-0 |
| Out-of-State Record | 0-0 | 0-0 |
Final Analysis
With a 10-0 record, Linganore’s consistent dominance is reflected in both their scoring capability and defensive prowess. Westminster, while strong, has faced challenges in non-league matchups, and their scoring tends to be more moderate compared to Linganore’s explosive offense. The regional play record for Westminster remains impressive at 5-1, but Linganore’s unbeaten streak in both league and non-league games highlights them as the team to beat this season.
Ultimately, if these two teams were to face each other, Westminster would likely focus on strong defense to contain Linganore’s high-octane offense while seeking key opportunities to score. Linganore, on the other hand, would aim to maintain their scoring momentum early in the game to put pressure on Westminster.
