The High School varsity football team (Worcester, MA) will host a non-conference game against South High School (Worcester, MA) today at 12:00 PM.
What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: North (IL) vs South (IL)
When: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET
Where: Foley Stadium
Live stream: Watch here
Analyzing the Rankings and Records: South vs. North (2024-25)
As the 2024-25 season progresses, the South and North teams in Massachusetts continue to showcase contrasting performances across various metrics. Here’s a detailed breakdown of their records, scoring patterns, and outcomes against common opponents.
Rankings and Records Overview
South Team (24-25)
- Division Rank: 171
- League Rank: 29
- Overall Record: 3-7
- League Record: 1-3
- Home Record: 2-4
- Away Record: 1-3
- Win Percentage: 30%
- League Win Percentage: 25%
- Points For (PF): 167
- Points Against (PA): 252
North Team (24-25)
- Division Rank: 253
- League Rank: 22
- Overall Record: 4-6
- League Record: 0-2
- Home Record: 4-2
- Away Record: 0-4
- Win Percentage: 40%
- League Win Percentage: 0%
- Points For (PF): 224
- Points Against (PA): 288
Scoring Averages Per Quarter
| Quarter | South Average | North Average |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 0 | 3.0 |
| Q2 | 0 | 3.0 |
| Q3 | 0 | 0 |
| Q4 | 0 | 4.0 |
| Final | 16.7 | 22.4 |
North exhibits a slight edge in offensive production, averaging 22.4 points per game compared to South’s 16.7. However, South’s defense holds up slightly better in certain matchups.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced Doherty Memorial and Burncoat this season, yielding mixed results.
South’s Results:
- 10/18/24: Lost to Doherty Memorial (28-6)
- 10/26/24: Defeated Burncoat (32-22)
North’s Results:
- 10/25/24: Lost to Doherty Memorial (42-12)
- 10/12/24: Lost to Burncoat (42-8)
Comparison: South managed a win against Burncoat, a feat North couldn’t replicate. Both teams struggled significantly against Doherty Memorial.
Record Breakdown
| Category | South (24-25) | North (24-25) |
| Overall | 3-7 | 4-6 |
| League | 1-3 | 0-2 |
| Non-League | 2-4 | 4-4 |
| Head-to-Head | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Common Opponents | 1-1 | 0-2 |
| Home | 2-4 | 4-2 |
| Away | 1-3 | 0-4 |
| Neutral | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Playoff | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| In-State | 3-7 | 4-6 |
| Out-of-State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
South has struggled both at home and away but demonstrates slight resilience in non-league play. North’s strong home record (4-2) contrasts sharply with their inability to secure any away wins.
Key Insights
- Offensive and Defensive Performance:
- North’s offense consistently outpaces South, but their defensive struggles lead to high points allowed.
- South’s more balanced play helped them secure a win against Burncoat.
- Home vs. Away Records:
- North thrives at home but faces difficulties on the road.
- South shows a marginally better ability to perform away from home compared to North.
- League Challenges:
- Both teams struggle significantly in league play, highlighting areas for improvement in competitive matchups.
- Common Opponent Analysis:
- South’s performance against Burncoat demonstrates potential, while North’s losses to common opponents reveal consistency issues.
Conclusion
While neither team has a standout record this season, South and North exhibit unique strengths and weaknesses. North’s higher scoring potential and strong home performance contrast with South’s comparative resilience against common opponents. These patterns provide valuable insights for upcoming matchups and areas of focus for both teams as they aim to improve their standings.
