The Nipmuc Regional varsity football team (Upton, MA) will host a non-conference home game against Blackstone Valley RVT (Upton, MA) today at 5:00 PM.
What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Nipmuc Regional (MA) vs Blackstone Valley RVT (MA)
When: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Time: 5:00 p.m. ET
Where: Milford High School
Live stream: Watch here
Blackstone Valley RVT vs. Nipmuc Regional: A 2024-25 Season Comparison
The 2024-25 high school football season has provided an intriguing comparison between two Massachusetts teams: Blackstone Valley RVT and Nipmuc Regional. Both teams have shown flashes of brilliance, but their overall performances reveal contrasting strengths and areas for improvement.
Rankings & Records
Blackstone Valley RVT
- Division Ranking: 140 (13th in their league)
- Overall Record: 5-5
- League Record: 2-0 (Undefeated in league play)
- Home Record: 3-1
- Away Record: 2-4
- Win Percentage: 50%
- Points For (PF): 237
- Points Against (PA): 198
Nipmuc Regional
- Division Ranking: 229 (28th in their league)
- Overall Record: 4-6
- League Record: 1-2
- Home Record: 2-3
- Away Record: 2-3
- Win Percentage: 40%
- Points For (PF): 275
- Points Against (PA): 288
Blackstone Valley’s .500 win percentage and perfect league record give them an edge in consistency, especially at home. Nipmuc Regional, despite a lower overall record, scored more points (275) but allowed significantly more as well (288).
Team Scoring Averages
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackstone Valley | 8.6 | 8.4 | 5.0 | 2.6 | 23.7 |
| Nipmuc Regional | 6.5 | 6.0 | 6.2 | 5.5 | 27.5 |
Nipmuc’s ability to sustain scoring throughout all four quarters is notable, with a higher average final score of 27.5 compared to Blackstone’s 23.7. However, Blackstone excels in fast starts, averaging higher first-quarter points.
Team Stat Comparison
| Statistic | Blackstone Valley | Nipmuc Regional |
| Rushing Yards Per Game | – | 77.4 |
| Passing Yards Per Game | – | 88.9 |
| Receiving Yards Per Game | – | 90.0 |
| Total Yards Per Game | – | 166.3 |
| Points Per Game | 11.5 | – |
Nipmuc demonstrates a more balanced offense with a focus on both rushing and passing, while Blackstone Valley’s production is reflected more in their scoring efficiency.
Individual Standouts
Blackstone Valley RVT
- Rushing Yards Per Game: Eben Consigli (#5) – 66.8
- Passing Yards Per Game: Josh Giancola (#7) – 177.8
- Receiving Yards Per Game: Johnny Desmond (#4) – 65.4
- Total Yards Per Game: Josh Giancola (#7) – 217.2
- Points Per Game: Johnny Desmond (#4) – 6.8
Nipmuc Regional
- Rushing Yards Per Game: 20.1 (National Average)
- Passing Yards Per Game: 50.8 (National Average)
- Receiving Yards Per Game: 17.2 (National Average)
- Total Yards Per Game: 36.4 (National Average)
- Points Per Game: 2.6 (National Average)
Josh Giancola’s 217.2 total yards per game make him a standout for Blackstone Valley, while Nipmuc relies on a more distributed offensive effort.
Common Opponents
Both teams faced similar challenges against three common opponents this season, with mixed results:
| Date | Away | Home | Result (Blackstone) | Result (Nipmuc) |
| 9/13/24 | Blackstone Valley RVT | St. Bernard’s Central Catholic | W 41-20 | L 52-28 |
| 10/19/24 | Blackstone Valley RVT | Northbridge | L 27-14 | L 48-21 |
| 10/25/24 | Blackstone Valley RVT | Assabet Valley RVT | W 39-20 | W 50-39 |
Blackstone Valley holds a better record (2-1) against common opponents compared to Nipmuc’s 1-2, further showcasing their steadier performance.
Record Breakdown
| Record Category | Blackstone Valley RVT | Nipmuc Regional |
| Overall | 5-5 | 4-6 |
| League | 2-0 | 1-2 |
| Non-League | 3-4 | 3-4 |
| Home | 3-1 | 2-3 |
| Away | 2-4 | 2-3 |
| Neutral | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Playoff | 0-2 | 0-0 |
Conclusion
Both Blackstone Valley RVT and Nipmuc Regional showcased competitive seasons, with Blackstone edging out Nipmuc in consistency and league performance. While Nipmuc’s scoring capability remains impressive, their defensive struggles have hindered their record. As both teams look to improve, their individual standouts and contrasting styles promise exciting matchups in the future.
