The Lowell Catholic varsity football team (Lowell, MA) will play a home non-conference game against Greater Lowell Tech (Tyngsborough, MA) today at 6 p.m.

What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Lowell Catholic (MA) vs Greater Lowell Tech (MA)
When: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. ET
Where: Cawley Stadium
Live stream: Watch here

Comparing the 2024-25 Season Performance of Greater Lowell Tech and Lowell Catholic

As the 2024-25 high school football season draws to a close, teams from across Massachusetts have showcased varying levels of performance. This article takes an in-depth look at the results, scoring averages, and records of Greater Lowell Tech and Lowell Catholic, two teams in the Massachusetts Division rankings.

Season Overview

Greater Lowell Tech had an impressive season, finishing with an overall record of 7-3. This marked a strong performance, with a league record of 2-1 and an impressive home record of 5-2, reflecting their capability to secure wins both at home and on the road. Their winning percentage stood at .700, while their league winning percentage was .667.

On the other hand, Lowell Catholic struggled throughout their season, ending with a 3-7 overall record. Their league play was particularly challenging, with a 1-4 record. They had a home record of 2-2 but failed to find success away, posting a 0-4 mark in those games. The team had an overall win percentage of .300 and a league winning percentage of just .200.

Head-to-Head Performance

In terms of head-to-head matchups, Greater Lowell Tech and Lowell Catholic did not face off during the regular season. However, looking at the records against common opponents provides some insights into their relative strength.

Common Opponents Analysis

Both teams shared some opponents this season, with varied outcomes:

• KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate:
  • Greater Lowell Tech secured a close victory with a score of 37-28 on September 27.
  • Lowell Catholic struggled and lost 24-0 on October 11.
• Whittier RVT:
  • Greater Lowell Tech experienced a defeat with a score of 28-13 on November 14.
  • Lowell Catholic faced an even tougher challenge, losing 44-0 on October 4.

In their games against common opponents, Greater Lowell Tech finished with a 1-1 record, while Lowell Catholic ended 0-2.

Scoring Averages and Team Performance

The scoring statistics reveal the contrasting offensive capabilities of the two teams throughout the season.

• Greater Lowell Tech averaged 4.7 points in the first quarter, progressively increasing to 8.7 points in the second, 11.0 points in the third, and maintaining 8.7 points in the fourth quarter. Their overall scoring average came to 28.9 points per game.
• Lowell Catholic, on the other hand, struggled to put points on the board. They averaged just 1.3 points in the first quarter, with no scoring in the second, 1.0 point in the third, and zero points in the fourth quarter. Their final scoring average was a mere 8.4 points per game.

Home and Away Performance

• Greater Lowell Tech demonstrated a balanced approach with 5-2 at home and a decent 2-1 record in away games, showcasing their adaptability.
• Lowell Catholic, contrastingly, had a 2-2 home record but an alarming 0-4 record on the road, which significantly impacted their season.

Record Breakdown

A breakdown of each team’s record highlights their performances in different categories:

• Greater Lowell Tech:
  • Overall: 7-3
  • League: 2-1
  • Non-League: 5-0
  • Home: 5-2
  • Away: 2-1
  • Neutral: 0-0
• Lowell Catholic:
  • Overall: 3-7
  • League: 1-4
  • Non-League: 2-3
  • Home: 2-2
  • Away: 0-4
  • Neutral: 0-0

Conclusion

The 2024-25 season has shown significant differences between Greater Lowell Tech and Lowell Catholic in terms of team success and scoring potential. Greater Lowell Tech demonstrated a well-rounded, competitive approach, securing wins at home and away with a high scoring average. In contrast, Lowell Catholic faced challenges in both scoring and winning, with their struggles more pronounced on the road and against stronger opponents. Moving forward, these insights could inform coaching strategies, recruitment, and training focuses for both teams in the upcoming seasons.