The Montini Catholic varsity football team (Lombard, IL) will play a neutral-site playoff game against Wilmington (IL) today at 1 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 Illinois High School Football Playoff Brackets for Class 3A.

What: Illinois High School Football
Who: Montini Catholic (IL) vs Wilmington (IL)
When: Saturday, November 23, 2024
Time: 1:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Illinois High School Football Playoff Brackets: IHSA – Class 3A
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

2024-25 Basketball Team Comparisons: Wilmington vs. Montini Catholic

As we delve into the performance and statistics of the 2024-25 basketball seasons for Wilmington and Montini Catholic, it’s clear both teams have showcased impressive feats on the court. Here’s an in-depth look at their rankings, records, scoring averages, and overall performances in key categories.

Wilmington Wildcats (24-25 Season)

• Overall Record: 12-0
• Conference Record: 7-0
• Home Record: 6-0
• Away Record: 5-0
• Neutral Record: 1-0

Wilmington has had a perfect season so far, with a flawless 12-0 record. They have maintained dominance across the board, going undefeated both in conference play (7-0) and at home (6-0). Their away performances are equally remarkable, maintaining a perfect 5-0 record, and they’ve also won their only neutral-site game of the season. The Wildcats have been prolific offensively, averaging a strong 40.8 points per game. With only 119 points allowed, their defense has been just as formidable.

Montini Catholic Broncos (24-25 Season)

• Overall Record: 10-2
• Conference Record: 2-0
• Home Record: 7-0
• Away Record: 1-2
• Neutral Record: 2-0

Montini Catholic has also had a strong showing this season, holding a 10-2 overall record. Their conference play has been perfect (2-0), and they have been dominant at home, boasting a 7-0 record. However, their performance away from home has been more inconsistent, with a 1-2 record. They’ve been strong on neutral courts as well, finishing 2-0. Offensively, Montini averages 29.1 points per game, with a slightly more balanced scoring distribution across quarters compared to Wilmington, especially in the first half.

Scoring Breakdown by Quarter:

• Wilmington:
  • Q1: 14.9
  • Q2: 17.1
  • Q3: 5.6
  • Q4: 2.9
  • Total: 40.8 PPG
    Wilmington tends to start strong, particularly in the first and second quarters, but their scoring significantly drops off in the second half of the game, where they score just 8.5 points on average across the third and fourth quarters.
• Montini Catholic:
  • Q1: 11.4
  • Q2: 7.3
  • Q3: 6.6
  • Q4: 5.9
  • Total: 29.1 PPG
    Montini Catholic has a more consistent but lower scoring trend, with balanced scoring through each quarter, showing a slight dip in the second quarter before bouncing back in the second half.

Record Breakdown by Category:

• Head-to-Head: Both teams have yet to face off this season.
• Home Games: Wilmington has been perfect at home (6-0), while Montini Catholic has been just as dominant, going 7-0 in their home games.
• Away Games: Wilmington has excelled away, holding a perfect 5-0 record, while Montini has faced more challenges with a 1-2 record.
• Playoff Games: Both teams have been successful in the playoffs, with Wilmington holding a 3-0 record and Montini Catholic at 3-0 as well.

In-State vs. Out-of-State Play

• In-State Record: Wilmington holds an unblemished 12-0 record in-state, while Montini Catholic is also strong with a 10-2 mark.
• Out-of-State Record: Neither team has played any out-of-state games, as their schedules have been limited to in-state competitions.

Conclusion

Both Wilmington and Montini Catholic have demonstrated excellence on the court in the 2024-25 season. Wilmington’s undefeated record and strong offense have made them a standout team, while Montini Catholic’s consistent play and solid home court advantage keep them in the conversation as a top contender. As the season progresses, the stage is set for what could be a thrilling matchup should these two teams meet in the playoffs.