The Malden Catholic varsity football team will host a home conference game against St. John’s (Shrewsbury, MA) today at 6 p.m.
What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Malden Catholic (MA) vs St. John’s (MA)
When: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. ET
Where: Malden – Brother Gilbert Stadium
Live stream: Watch here
St. John’s and Malden Catholic Football: A Season Overview
The 2024 football season has been a challenging one for both St. John’s and Malden Catholic, two prominent teams competing in Massachusetts’ high school football league. With the regular season wrapped up, we can now analyze the statistics, performance, and outcomes of their campaigns.
Overall Performance and Records
St. John’s Record Overview (2024 Season):
- Overall Record: 3-7
- League Record: 0-4
- Home: 1-4
- Away: 2-3
- Win Percentage: .300
- League Win Percentage: .000
Malden Catholic Record Overview (2024 Season):
- Overall Record: 4-5
- League Record: 0-4
- Home: 3-3
- Away: 1-2
- Win Percentage: .444
- League Win Percentage: .000
Both teams experienced struggles within the league, posting identical league records of 0-4, highlighting difficulties in facing top-tier competition. St. John’s had a slightly lower win percentage of .300 compared to Malden Catholic’s .444.
Team Scoring Analysis
Scoring has been a significant point of concern for both teams. Analyzing their performance by quarters offers a deeper look into their offensive and defensive patterns.
St. John’s Scoring Averages:
- Q1: 1.8
- Q2: 1.5
- Q3: 0
- Q4: 1.8
- Final Average: 12.1 points per game
Malden Catholic Scoring Averages:
- Q1: 2.6
- Q2: 4.2
- Q3: 1.8
- Q4: 2.4
- Final Average: 17.0 points per game
Malden Catholic demonstrated stronger offensive performance, averaging 17 points per game compared to St. John’s 12.1. The noticeable dip in scoring for St. John’s in the third quarter may indicate issues with game adjustments or halftime strategy.
Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
The teams did not face off against each other in the regular season, but their records against common opponents provide some insight into their comparative performances.
Common Opponent Record Analysis:
- St. John’s Record Against Common Opponents: 0-4
- Malden Catholic Record Against Common Opponents: 0-4
Both teams struggled against shared adversaries, ending with winless records against these foes. Their matchups included significant losses such as St. John’s 36-0 defeat to St. John’s Prep and a 56-13 loss to Xaverian Brothers. Malden Catholic also faced substantial defeats, including a 48-0 loss to Catholic Memorial and a 35-13 setback against Xaverian Brothers.
Home and Away Performance
St. John’s had a better record in away games (2-3) compared to home (1-4), indicating that their struggles at home may have impacted their overall season performance.
Malden Catholic also faced more challenges on the road, recording just one away win (1-2) while their home performance was more balanced (3-3). This suggests both teams were more competitive at home but unable to translate that advantage into league success.
Season Summary and Implications
Both St. John’s and Malden Catholic entered the 2024 season with hopes for success, but ultimately, they faced significant challenges. Their performance against common opponents, particularly the inability to secure a victory, underscores the level of competition within their league. Moving forward, both teams will need to analyze their game strategies, improve scoring consistency, and strengthen their defense to compete more effectively in future seasons.
As the season concludes, there’s a clear understanding that while progress was made in non-league matches, future success hinges on overcoming the struggles that marked their league performances this year. For fans and analysts alike, St. John’s and Malden Catholic remain teams with potential, but significant adjustments will be necessary to turn close games into wins and improve their standings in the coming seasons.
