The Oceanside (NY) varsity football team will face Massapequa (NY) in a neutral-site playoff game today at 8:30 PM. This matchup is part of the 2024 Fall Boys Football New York: Long Island – Division I tournament.

Oceanside vs Massapequa Game Info:

What: New York High School Football Playoffs
Who: Oceanside vs Massapequa
When: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
Bracket: 2024 Fall Boys Football New York: Long Island – Division I
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Game preview: Oceanside vs Massapequa

The stage is set for an intense playoff showdown between the Massapequa and Oceanside varsity football teams, both with identical 8-1 records this season. These two powerhouse teams, representing Long Island’s competitive football landscape, will face off once again after a thrilling regular-season matchup in which Oceanside emerged victorious. With both teams having earned top positions in their league, this game promises to be a thrilling battle for supremacy.

Regular Season Recap

In their first meeting on September 6, 2024, Oceanside narrowly defeated Massapequa by a score of 42-39. Despite a strong comeback attempt by Massapequa in the second half, Oceanside’s dominant third-quarter performance, scoring 28 points, proved to be the difference. Oceanside led by just a slight margin at the halftime break, 14-7, but their explosive second half carried them to victory.

Scoring Breakdown from 9/6/24:

• Massapequa: 0, 17, 0, 22 (39)
• Oceanside: 7, 7, 28, 0 (42)

Team Performance Overview

• Massapequa: The team has been one of the most balanced offenses in the league, averaging 40.9 points per game while allowing just 162 points across the season. Massapequa’s offensive consistency is highlighted by their strong first half, where they average 28.3 points between the first three quarters, but their performance drops off in the third quarter (averaging just 4.7 points), making their second-half performance a critical focus for their playoff run.
• Oceanside: Known for their explosive scoring in the second half, Oceanside averages 41.3 points per game, scoring a bulk of their points in the third quarter, where they’ve put up an impressive 28.0 points. Despite the high-scoring offense, Oceanside has shown some vulnerability in the first half of games, where they score just 14 points per game.

Common Opponents

Both teams have been dominant against common opponents, with Massapequa posting a perfect 6-0 record and Oceanside coming close with a 5-1 record. Here’s a quick look at their results against shared opponents:

• Freeport: Massapequa won 38-14 on 9/14/24, while Oceanside triumphed 21-14 on 10/5/24.
• Farmingdale: Massapequa won 34-21 on 9/28/24, while Oceanside lost to Farmingdale 63-42 on 10/25/24.
• East Meadow: Massapequa defeated East Meadow 49-7 on 10/5/24, while Oceanside won 42-14 on 10/19/24.
• Port Washington: Massapequa won 35-19 on 10/19/24 and 35-26 on 11/9/24, while Oceanside defeated Port Washington 39-15 on 11/2/24.

Playoff Implications

Both teams are poised for a deep playoff run, with Massapequa entering the postseason with home-field advantage and an impressive 4-0 record at home. Oceanside, meanwhile, has performed admirably on the road, holding a 2-0 record in neutral-site games. With both teams proving their mettle throughout the regular season, this neutral playoff game will be a test of resilience and strategy.

As they prepare for tonight’s highly anticipated playoff contest at 8:30 p.m., both Massapequa and Oceanside have all to play for. Will Massapequa rebound after their close loss in September, or will Oceanside continue their dominance in this postseason rematch?

It’s sure to be a memorable night under the lights, with each team looking to secure a critical victory and advance further into the championship race. Fans of both squads are eagerly anticipating this exciting playoff encounter!