The Randolph (MA) varsity football team will host a playoff game against Nashoba Valley Tech (Westford, MA) on Saturday, November 23, at 12:00 PM. This matchup is part of the 2024 MIAA Football State Championship – Division 8 tournament.

What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Randolph (MA) vs Nashoba Valley Tech (MA)
When: Saturday, November 23, 2024
Time: 12:00 p.m. ET
Where: Wayland High School
Bracket: 2024 MIAA Football State Championship – Division 8
Live stream: Watch live on NFHS Network

Nashoba Valley Tech and Randolph Football: A Clash of Undefeated Titans

As the 2024-2025 football season progresses, two teams from Massachusetts stand out in their respective divisions, each having earned impressive records in both league and non-league play. Nashoba Valley Tech (NVT) and Randolph High School have dominated their competition, with both teams boasting remarkable regular-season performances.

Nashoba Valley Tech (10-0) – A Perfect Record

Nashoba Valley Tech has been a force to be reckoned with this season. The team is undefeated, going 10-0 overall and 4-0 in their league, including flawless records both at home (5-0) and on the road (5-0). Their overall win percentage is an impressive 1.000, a testament to their dominance on the field. Offensively, they have scored a total of 402 points, while only allowing 70 points to their opponents – a stellar point differential.

The team’s scoring averages reflect their consistency throughout the game. They average 11.0 points in the first quarter, 15.5 in the second, 8.9 in the third, and 1.8 in the fourth. Their ability to maintain pressure throughout the game is clear, and even in overtime situations, they manage to put up 6.0 points per extra period.

Their dominance extends to their record against common opponents, where they are undefeated at 2-0, having defeated Brighton/Kennedy Health Careers (51-6) and Tech Boston Academy (44-8) in convincing fashion.

Randolph High School (9-1) – A Near-Perfect Season

While not quite as perfect as Nashoba Valley Tech, Randolph High School has still had an outstanding season with a 9-1 overall record. They boast a 3-1 league record, with a 6-0 mark at home and 3-1 on the road. Their overall win percentage stands at a strong .900, and they have managed to outscore their opponents by a wide margin, totaling 417 points while conceding 151.

Randolph has been equally effective in terms of scoring, averaging 16.3 points in the first quarter, 13.8 in the second, 9.0 in the third, and 2.3 in the fourth. Like NVT, they also have a strong overtime presence, but the team’s ability to perform early on is one of their key strengths. Randolph’s performance against common opponents has been equally dominant, finishing 2-0 with victories over Brighton/Kennedy Health Careers (43-0) and Tech Boston Academy (59-32).

A Comparison of Key Statistics

When comparing both teams’ performances, several notable differences and similarities emerge:

• Overall Record: Nashoba Valley Tech remains undefeated at 10-0, while Randolph’s lone loss comes at 9-1.
• League Performance: Both teams have dominated their respective leagues, with Nashoba Valley Tech perfect at 4-0 in the league and Randolph at 3-1.
• Home and Away: Nashoba Valley Tech has been flawless at home and away (5-0 each), while Randolph has a strong 6-0 home record and a solid 3-1 road record.
• Scoring Averages: Randolph has a slight edge in total points per game, averaging 41.7 compared to NVT’s 40.2, but NVT has been more consistent in their defensive efforts, allowing only 70 points all season, compared to Randolph’s 151.

Playoff Picture and Common Opponents

Both teams have proven themselves in matchups against common opponents. Nashoba Valley Tech defeated Tech Boston Academy 44-8 and Brighton/Kennedy Health Careers 51-6. Randolph also took care of Brighton/Kennedy Health Careers (43-0) and Tech Boston Academy (59-32). This strong performance against mutual foes shows that both teams are primed for playoff contention.

Looking ahead, both teams are well-positioned for successful playoff runs. With Nashoba Valley Tech’s unblemished record and Randolph’s only loss being a single setback, a head-to-head showdown between these two powerhouse teams would certainly be a highly anticipated event in the postseason.

Conclusion

In the 2024-2025 season, Nashoba Valley Tech and Randolph have proven to be two of the most formidable football teams in Massachusetts, boasting near-perfect records and impressive point differentials. As the season progresses, their continued dominance could set the stage for a thrilling postseason battle, where both teams will look to carry their impressive performances into the state championship contention. Fans and opponents alike will be watching closely to see how these two powerhouse teams fare in the playoffs, and whether Nashoba Valley Tech can maintain their perfect season or if Randolph will make a strong run to claim the title.