The Malden (MA) varsity football team is set to play a home conference game against Medford (MA) today at 10 a.m.
What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Malden (MA) vs Medford (MA)
When: Thursday, November 28, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. ET
Where: Malden-MacDonald Stadium
Live stream: Watch here
Medford and Malden Football Season Recap: Analyzing the 2024-25 Campaign
The 2024-25 high school football season for Medford and Malden brought a mix of challenges and notable performances, as each team navigated their schedules and competed against common opponents. This article provides a detailed breakdown of their records, scoring trends, and head-to-head performance against shared rivals.
Team Records Overview
Medford (24-25 Season)
- Overall Record: 5-5
- League Record: 4-2
- Home Record: 2-2
- Away Record: 2-3
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Winning Percentage: .500
- League Winning Percentage: .667
- Points For (PF): 197
- Points Against (PA): 206
Malden (24-25 Season)
- Overall Record: 2-7
- League Record: 1-4
- Home Record: 1-3
- Away Record: 1-4
- Winning Percentage: .222
- League Winning Percentage: .200
- Points For (PF): 239
- Points Against (PA): 258
Scoring Averages
When comparing the scoring averages per quarter, Medford and Malden displayed different trends:
- Medford Scoring Averages:
- Q1: 0 points
- Q2: 3.0 points
- Q3: 8.0 points
- Q4: 3.0 points
- Final Average: 19.7 points per game
- Malden Scoring Averages:
- Q1: 9.0 points
- Q2: 4.3 points
- Q3: 4.7 points
- Q4: 0 points
- Final Average: 26.6 points per game
Medford showed consistent scoring throughout the second and third quarters, while Malden had a strong start but struggled to maintain momentum in the final quarter.
Head-to-Head Performance Against Common Opponents
Analyzing matchups with common opponents reveals different outcomes for Medford and Malden:
- Medford’s Record Against Common Opponents: 5-1
- Malden’s Record Against Common Opponents: 1-5
| Date | Medford (Home/Away) | Opponent | Result | Malden (Home/Away) | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/20/24 | Away | Lynn Classical | L 18-14 | 10/3/24 | Lynn Classical | L 30-28 |
| 9/26/24 | Home | Revere | W 17-14 | 10/24/24 | Revere | L 24-14 |
| 10/4/24 | Home | Somerville | W 48-12 | 9/20/24 | Somerville | L 42-40 |
| 10/10/24 | Home | Northeast Metro RVT | W 20-6 | 9/28/24 | Northeast Metro RVT | L 41-30 |
| 10/17/24 | Away | Lynn English | W 20-18 | 10/11/24 | Lynn English | L 26-13 |
| 10/24/24 | Home | Chelsea | W 36-8 | 10/18/24 | Chelsea | W 47-12 |
Analysis
Medford demonstrated superior performance in matchups against shared opponents, securing a 5-1 record, while Malden struggled, posting a 1-5 record. Medford’s successful season was bolstered by key victories against Revere, Northeast Metro RVT, and Chelsea. Malden, on the other hand, showcased moments of competitiveness but ultimately fell short in most matchups.
Summary
Medford’s balanced scoring and more consistent performance through the season contributed to their .500 record and second-place league standing. Malden’s season, marked by close losses and challenges in maintaining consistency, resulted in a 2-7 overall record and fourth place in the league. The contrasting outcomes highlight the challenges both teams faced and the areas they will look to improve on in the future.
Looking Ahead As the 2024-25 season concludes, both Medford and Malden will take valuable lessons from their campaigns. Medford will aim to build on their strong scoring and tactical victories, while Malden will seek to refine their strategy and boost their performance for the next season.
