The Lynn Vo-Tech varsity football team will play a home conference game against KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate today at 4 p.m.
What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Lynn Vo-Tech (MA) vs KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate (MA)
When: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Time: 4:00 p.m. ET
Where: LYNN-Manning Field
Live stream: Watch here
KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate and Lynn Vo-Tech: A Season Overview
The 2024-2025 high school football season for KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate and Lynn Vo-Tech has delivered an array of competitive matchups, showcasing the teams’ strengths and challenges. This article will delve into their performance metrics, scoring averages, standout players, and head-to-head comparison.
Team Records and Standings
KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate and Lynn Vo-Tech each had a solid season, posting respectable records in the Massachusetts Division 9 and 11 leagues, respectively. KIPP Academy finished the season with a 5-5 overall record, securing a 2-1 mark within their league. Their home and away records stood at 3-3 and 2-2, respectively, reflecting a balanced performance. Lynn Vo-Tech, on the other hand, completed the season with a 4-4 record, with a 1-2 league performance. Their home record was less favorable at 0-1, while their away games yielded a strong 4-3 showing.
Scoring Averages and Performance Analysis
The offensive output of both teams varied, with KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate leading in scoring averages. The team averaged 21.2 points per game (PPG), demonstrating consistent offensive production. Their scoring by quarter breakdown was as follows: 4.0 in the first quarter, 5.8 in the second, 5.5 in the third, and 5.0 in the fourth.
In comparison, Lynn Vo-Tech averaged 18.1 PPG. Their quarter-by-quarter breakdown indicated scoring efforts of 0 in the first, 1.5 in the second, 2.0 in the third, and 2.3 in the fourth. This suggests that while Lynn Vo-Tech showed improvement in the latter parts of their games, they often struggled to establish momentum early.
Statistical Comparisons
KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate outpaced Lynn Vo-Tech significantly in key statistical areas:
- Rushing Yards per Game: KIPP Academy averaged 138.1 yards, showcasing a powerful running game.
- Passing Yards per Game: They boasted 132.1 yards, indicating a balanced offensive approach.
- Receiving Yards per Game: The team accrued 135.4 yards.
- Total Yards per Game: KIPP Academy led with 270.2 yards, demonstrating their all-around offensive capability.
Lynn Vo-Tech’s statistics, while not specified for most categories, reflected a team in development, especially in their passing and receiving yards, where they struggled compared to their counterparts.
Key Players to Watch
For KIPP Academy, standout players included:
- Danny Ortiz, who led with 47.7 rushing yards per game.
- Elai Machado, a versatile player who tallied 132.1 passing yards and 176.6 total yards per game.
- Jose Echavarria, who contributed significantly to the receiving game with 58.7 yards per game and was also the team’s top scorer with 8.9 points per game.
Lynn Vo-Tech saw contributions from various players, although specific statistics for their leading players were less detailed. Their most notable efforts came from their defense and a determined effort in the second half of games.
Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
KIPP Academy and Lynn Vo-Tech faced off against common opponents during the season, with mixed results. KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate emerged victorious against Lowell Catholic with a dominant 24-0 win, while Lynn Vo-Tech also secured a win over Lowell Catholic, albeit with a closer 27-6 score. The matchups against Nashoba Valley Tech were challenging for both teams, with KIPP Academy narrowly losing 20-14, while Lynn Vo-Tech experienced a heavier defeat at 44-0. In their meeting against Whittier RVT, KIPP Academy triumphed 44-20, whereas Lynn Vo-Tech fell short in a 32-26 loss.
Season Insights and Future Outlook
KIPP Academy’s balanced offensive attack and solid defense were evident in their .500 win percentage. Their performance underlined their ability to adapt and execute across both home and away games. Lynn Vo-Tech, while showcasing resilience and notable victories, particularly on the road, will seek to strengthen their early-game performances and offensive consistency in future seasons.
Overall, the 2024-2025 season highlighted the competitiveness and spirit of both teams. Fans and analysts alike can look forward to seeing how these programs develop and build on their season experiences as they prepare for the next chapter in their high school football journeys.
