The Mergenthaler Vo-Tech (Baltimore, MD) varsity football team will play a home playoff game against Leonardtown (MD) on Friday, November 29, at 6:30 p.m. This matchup is part of the “2024 Maryland High School Football Playoff Brackets: MPSSAA – 4A/3A” tournament.

What: Maryland High School Football
Who: Mergenthaler Vo-Tech (MD) vs Leonardtown (MD)
When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: 6:30 p.m. ET
Where: Mergenthaler Vo-Tech High School
Bracket: 2024 Maryland High School Football Playoff Brackets: MPSSAA – 4A/3A
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Analyzing the 2024-25 Football Season: Leonardtown vs. Mergenthaler Vo-Tech

The 2024-25 high school football season has showcased some impressive performances and notable team statistics. This article highlights the achievements and key metrics of two prominent teams: Leonardtown and Mergenthaler Vo-Tech. With contrasting records and play styles, these teams have provided a season worth analyzing.

Team Overview and Records

Leonardtown (24-25) and Mergenthaler Vo-Tech (24-25) have demonstrated strong showings in their respective seasons, with Leonardtown finishing with an 8-4 record and Mergenthaler Vo-Tech leading at 10-2. Both teams have proven their competitiveness, but the breakdown of their season records reveals interesting distinctions.

• Leonardtown:
  • Overall: 8-4
  • Region: 4-4
  • Home Record: 5-1
  • Away Record: 3-3
  • Points For (PF): 300
  • Points Against (PA): 248
• Mergenthaler Vo-Tech:
  • Overall: 10-2
  • Region: 5-1
  • Home Record: 5-0
  • Away Record: 4-2
  • Neutral Record: 1-0
  • Points For (PF): 478
  • Points Against (PA): 182

Team Scoring Averages

Scoring analysis sheds light on how these teams performed across different quarters of play:

• Leonardtown:
  • Q1: 2.7 points
  • Q2: 9.0 points
  • Q3: 2.3 points
  • Q4: 2.3 points
  • Final: 25.0 points per game
• Mergenthaler Vo-Tech:
  • Overall: 39.8 points per game

Clearly, Mergenthaler Vo-Tech demonstrated a significant scoring advantage over Leonardtown, consistently outpacing their opponents throughout the game.

Statistical Comparison

The performance comparison across various key stats further illustrates the strengths and weaknesses of both teams:

• Rushing Yards Per Game:
  • Leonardtown: 218.1
  • Mergenthaler Vo-Tech: Not applicable
• Passing Yards Per Game:
  • Leonardtown: 40.9
  • Mergenthaler Vo-Tech: Not applicable
• Receiving Yards Per Game:
  • Leonardtown: 42.6
  • Mergenthaler Vo-Tech: Not applicable
• Total Yards Per Game:
  • Leonardtown: 259.0
  • Mergenthaler Vo-Tech: Not applicable
• Tackles Per Game:
  • Leonardtown: 39.2
  • Mergenthaler Vo-Tech: Not applicable
• Sacks Per Game:
  • Leonardtown: 1.8
  • Mergenthaler Vo-Tech: Not applicable
• Points Per Game:
  • Leonardtown: 17.6
  • Mergenthaler Vo-Tech: 39.8

Key Player Contributions

Both teams showcased standout players who contributed significantly to their success:

• Leonardtown Leaders:
  • Zach Meade: 97.2 rushing yards/game, 108.0 total yards/game, 4.7 points/game
  • Jameson Dyson: 38.2 passing yards/game
  • Grady Mason: 12.8 receiving yards/game
  • Dillon Hager: 5.8 tackles/game
  • Noah Crawford: 0.8 sacks/game
• Mergenthaler Vo-Tech Leaders:
  • Notable figures were not specified in the provided data, but their overall performance metrics indicate a formidable team dynamic.

Record Breakdown and Highlights

• Leonardtown:
  • Achieved an 8-4 record with notable success at home (5-1).
  • Faced tougher challenges on the road, reflected in their 3-3 away record.
• Mergenthaler Vo-Tech:
  • Maintained an impressive 10-2 record, with a perfect 5-0 home performance.
  • Demonstrated resilience on the road with a 4-2 record and an undefeated neutral-site performance (1-0).

Conclusion

The 2024-25 season has underscored the competitive nature of high school football, with Leonardtown and Mergenthaler Vo-Tech showcasing their unique strengths. Leonardtown’s solid rushing and defensive metrics highlight their well-rounded gameplay, while Mergenthaler Vo-Tech’s superior scoring ability and strong overall record mark them as formidable contenders. This season’s analysis not only emphasizes the importance of both offensive and defensive strategies but also celebrates the dedication and talent within Maryland’s high school football scene.