The North Point varsity football team (Waldorf, MD) will host a home playoff game against Old Mill (Millersville, MD) today at 7 p.m. This matchup is part of the 2024 Maryland High School Football Playoff Brackets for the MPSSAA 4A/3A tournament.

What: Maryland High School Football
Who: North Point (LA) vs Old Mill (LA)
When: Friday, November 22, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Where: North Point High School
Bracket: 2024 Maryland High School Football Playoff Brackets: MPSSAA – 4A/3A
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Old Mill vs. North Point: A Comparison of High School Football Performance in 2024-25

As the high school football season for 2024-2025 reaches its peak, two teams in Maryland’s competitive football landscape stand out: Old Mill and North Point. Both teams have shown impressive results, but they differ in overall performance, play styles, and team leadership. Here’s a breakdown of their achievements, team statistics, and head-to-head comparisons.

Team Records & Rankings

Old Mill finished the season with an overall record of 8-3, securing a solid position within their league and region. In the 2024-2025 season, they played well at home, boasting a 5-3 record in the region and 3-1 on the road. Their overall win percentage of .727 demonstrates their consistency throughout the season, even in competitive matchups. Old Mill’s offense scored an average of 32.5 points per game, racking up 357 points while allowing 203 points throughout the season.

North Point, on the other hand, emerged with an impressive 9-2 record, including a dominant 7-2 regional performance. They are ranked #33 in Maryland and were strong both at home and away, with a 6-1 record at home and 3-1 away. North Point’s .818 win percentage is remarkable, underscoring their dominance and strong defensive performances, allowing only 82 points over the season. Their average points per game stood at 31.7, showing a slight edge over Old Mill in terms of scoring.

Offensive & Defensive Comparison

Looking at the scoring trends, both teams have strong offensive and defensive setups. However, there are noticeable differences in their scoring patterns across quarters:

• Old Mill averaged 3.3 points in the first quarter and showed a significant rise in scoring, with 11.5 points in the third quarter, before finishing strong with another 3.3 points in the fourth quarter. Their overall offensive strategy seems to be geared towards explosive plays, especially in the middle of the game.
• North Point posted more balanced scoring with 3.5 points in the first quarter and 7 points each in the second and third quarters. They ended their games with 3 points in overtime and 0 points in the fourth quarter, suggesting a more steady approach to their offense. Despite this, they scored an average of 31.7 points per game, showing strong offensive consistency.

Team Leaders & Key Performances

Both teams rely heavily on their star players to guide them to victory:

• Old Mill’s offensive leader, Connor Adams, averaged an impressive 85.4 rushing yards per game. Meanwhile, Trey Martini was crucial for the passing game, with 157.0 passing yards per game. On defense, Noel Norman-Williams stood out with 11.0 tackles per game and contributed with 0.8 sacks per game.
• North Point’s most notable player was Braylon Tucker, who scored an average of 6.0 points per game, showing his ability to make big plays. Additionally, Trey Martini, who was instrumental for Old Mill, also led the total yardage for North Point with 161.4 total yards per game. Defensively, Noel Norman-Williams’ efforts mirrored those at Old Mill, with 0.8 sacks per game as well.

Head-to-Head Performance

In their head-to-head matchup against common opponent Crofton, both teams came out victorious. Old Mill won 34-21, while North Point achieved a dominant 42-0 victory, highlighting their strong defensive play and offensive efficiency against the same team.

Playoff Potential & Record Breakdown

Looking at the record breakdown, Old Mill has a slight edge when it comes to overall consistency in state-level play. They have a record of 8-3 in-state compared to North Point’s 9-2. Both teams are undefeated against out-of-state opponents.

When it comes to playoff performance, North Point was notably strong, going 2-0 in neutral-site games. Their ability to perform under pressure will be essential if they continue their playoff run, especially given their solid overall record.

Conclusion

Both Old Mill and North Point have demonstrated great skill and resilience during the 2024-2025 season, but North Point’s superior win percentage, solid defense, and balanced offensive attack give them an edge in comparison to Old Mill. With both teams showing potential to succeed in the playoffs, it will be exciting to see how they progress in Maryland’s high school football competition as they look to cap off an outstanding season.