The Norwell High School varsity girls’ soccer team will play a home playoff match against Nipmuc Regional High School (Upton, MA) today at 5:00 PM at Weymouth High School. This game is part of the 2024 Massachusetts High School Girls Soccer Playoff Brackets for MIAA Division 3.

Norwell vs Nipmuc Regional Game Info:

What: Massachusetts High School Girls Soccer Playoffs
Who: Norwell vs Nipmuc Regional
When: Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Time: 5:00 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Massachusetts High School Girls Soccer Playoff Brackets: MIAA – Division 3
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Game preview: Norwell vs Nipmuc Regional

As the 2024-2025 high school soccer season comes to a close, both Nipmuc Regional and Norwell have proven themselves as dominant forces in Massachusetts, consistently showcasing their skills on the field. Let’s take a closer look at their season records, performances, and how they stack up against common opponents.

Nipmuc Regional (24-25) Overview

Nipmuc Regional has been a powerhouse in the state this season, achieving an impressive 19-1-1 overall record. They have dominated their league with a perfect 9-0-1 record, maintaining a near-perfect win percentage of .929. Their offensive game has been exceptional, with 85 goals scored, while they’ve allowed just 10 goals all season, reflecting their strong defensive unit. Nipmuc’s home and away performances were also solid, going 10-0-1 at home and 9-1 away.

• Overall Record: 19-1-1
• League Record: 9-0-1
• Home Record: 10-0-1
• Away Record: 9-1
• Goals Scored: 85
• Goals Allowed: 10
• Win Percentage: .929
• League Win Percentage: .950

Norwell (24-25) Overview

Norwell has also been outstanding this season, posting a near-perfect 11-0-1 record overall. Their league performance has been flawless, with a 4-0 record in the Massachusetts League. They’ve proven themselves to be a formidable opponent on both home and away fields, going 5-0-1 at home and 6-0 away. Norwell’s offense has been potent, with 68 goals scored, while their defense has been equally impressive, allowing only 4 goals throughout the season. Their win percentage stands at an impressive .958, with a perfect 1.000 league win percentage.

• Overall Record: 11-0-1
• League Record: 4-0
• Home Record: 5-0-1
• Away Record: 6-0
• Goals Scored: 68
• Goals Allowed: 4
• Win Percentage: .958
• League Win Percentage: 1.000

Team Scoring Averages

• Nipmuc Regional:
  • 1st Half Average: 2.0 goals
  • 2nd Half Average: 1.5 goals
  • Final Average: 4.0 goals per game
• Norwell:
  • 1st Half Average: 0 goals
  • 2nd Half Average: 1.0 goal
  • Final Average: 5.7 goals per game
  • Shutouts: 0 (based on available data)

Head-to-Head Record and Common Opponents

When comparing the two teams, it’s clear that both Nipmuc Regional and Norwell have faced some common opponents, and the results highlight how each team fared against these teams.

• Nipmuc Regional vs. Belchertown: 9/30/24 (4-0 victory)
• Norwell vs. Belchertown: 11/9/24 (Result pending)
• Nipmuc Regional vs. Dover-Sherborn: 11/14/24 (2-1 victory)
• Norwell vs. Dover-Sherborn: 10/28/24 (4-0 victory)

While both teams have faced Belchertown and Dover-Sherborn, Nipmuc Regional managed to maintain a perfect record against both teams, while Norwell’s matchups also resulted in dominant wins, suggesting both teams are capable of executing strong performances against similar competition.

Conclusion

Both Nipmuc Regional and Norwell have had extraordinary seasons, with near-perfect records and solid performances across all areas of the game. Nipmuc’s dominance at home and their overall ability to outscore opponents make them a fierce contender in the state. Norwell’s flawless league record and overwhelming defensive record make them an imposing force on the field. As both teams prepare for the postseason, it’s clear they will be two of the top contenders in Massachusetts soccer this year.

With a matchup between these two top teams remaining, the outcome could determine who emerges as the state’s best.