The Rockland (MA) varsity football team will host a non-conference game against North Middlesex Regional (Townsend, MA) today at 6 p.m.
What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Rockland (MA) vs North Middlesex Regional (MA)
When: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. ET
Where: Rockland Stadium
Live stream: Watch here
North Middlesex Regional and Rockland High School Football Season Analysis (2024-25)
As the 2024-25 high school football season comes to a close, it’s time to reflect on the performance of teams like North Middlesex Regional and Rockland High School. Both teams faced their share of challenges and triumphs, but their journey through the season provides a clear picture of their respective standings and key statistics.
Season Overview
North Middlesex Regional (MA Division 202, 24th in the State)
- Record: 2-8 (Overall), 1-3 (League)
- Home/Away: 1-4 (Home), 1-4 (Away)
- Win Percentage: .200
- League Win Percentage: .250
- Points For (PF): 206
- Points Against (PA): 335
Rockland High School (MA Division 201, 17th in the State)
- Record: 1-9 (Overall), 0-5 (League)
- Home/Away: 1-3 (Home), 0-6 (Away)
- Win Percentage: .100
- League Win Percentage: .000
- Points For (PF): 130
- Points Against (PA): 336
Team Scoring Averages
When it comes to scoring, North Middlesex Regional had a more consistent performance throughout the four quarters compared to Rockland, which struggled to score across the board.
Scoring Averages Per Quarter:
- North Middlesex Regional:
- Q1: 7.0 points
- Q2: 4.4 points
- Q3: 3.4 points
- Q4: 6.0 points
- Final Average: 20.6 points per game
- Rockland High School:
- Q1: 0 points
- Q2: 0 points
- Q3: 0 points
- Q4: 0 points
- Final Average: 13.0 points per game
Team Stat Comparison
The statistical breakdown highlights North Middlesex’s overall stronger performance, especially in passing and total yardage, compared to Rockland.
| Stat Category | North Middlesex Regional | Rockland |
|---|---|---|
| Rushing Yards Per Game | 78.0 | – |
| Passing Yards Per Game | 205.9 | – |
| Receiving Yards Per Game | 200.2 | – |
| Total Yards Per Game | 283.9 | – |
| Tackles Per Game | 47.8 | – |
| Sacks Per Game | 0.2 | – |
| Points Per Game | 20.6 | – |
Key Player Performances
North Middlesex Regional
- Corey Mills (#32): Led the team with an impressive 25.8 rushing yards per game.
- Colin Taylor (#11): Showcased his passing skills with an average of 169.2 passing yards per game and led the team in total yardage with 195.8 yards per game.
- Brady Reardon (#1): Dominated receiving yards with an average of 123.8 per game and contributed significantly to the team’s scoring with 8.8 points per game.
- Finn Gallagher (#2): The defensive leader with 6.9 tackles per game.
Rockland High School
- Rockland’s statistics do not reflect a standout performance in key areas, indicating a season marked by substantial challenges.
Record Breakdown and Trends
North Middlesex Regional:
- League: 1-3
- Non-League: 1-5
- Home: 1-4
- Away: 1-4
Rockland High School:
- League: 0-5
- Non-League: 1-4
- Home: 1-3
- Away: 0-6
While both teams experienced difficulties, North Middlesex’s performance was notably stronger in terms of points scored and overall yardage. The struggles of Rockland were reflected in their inability to secure wins, particularly on the road.
Conclusion
The 2024-25 football season for North Middlesex Regional and Rockland High School underscores the competitive nature of high school football and the challenges faced by teams in striving for victory. North Middlesex demonstrated a more balanced and productive approach, led by key players such as Colin Taylor and Brady Reardon, while Rockland’s season was marked by more consistent scoring struggles. As both teams look to the future, these experiences will shape their approach and development in the seasons to come.
