The Somerville High School varsity football team will host a non-conference game against Cambridge Rindge & Latin today at 6 p.m.

What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Somerville (MA) vs Cambridge Rindge & Latin (MA)
When: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. ET
Where: Somerville- Dilboy Stadium
Live stream: Watch here

Cambridge Rindge & Latin vs. Somerville: A Season Overview

The Cambridge Rindge & Latin (CRL) and Somerville high school football teams have completed their 2024-2025 seasons with contrasting results. As the fall season concludes, a detailed analysis of their performances offers insights into their strengths, weaknesses, and the overall state of their respective teams.

1. Overall Records

• Cambridge Rindge & Latin (CRL)
  • Record: 5-5
  • League Record: 2-0
  • Home: 3-3
  • Away: 2-2
  • Win Percentage: .500
  • League Win Percentage: 1.000
• Somerville
  • Record: 3-6
  • League Record: 2-4
  • Home: 3-2
  • Away: 0-4
  • Win Percentage: .333
  • League Win Percentage: .333

2. Scoring Averages

• Cambridge Rindge & Latin
  • Quarterly Averages:
    • Q1: 0 points
    • Q2: 0 points
    • Q3: 0 points
    • Q4: 7.0 points
  • Final Average: 21.2 points per game
• Somerville
  • Quarterly Averages:
    • Q1: 0.7 points
    • Q2: 0 points
    • Q3: 0 points
    • Q4: 2.7 points
  • Final Average: 18.8 points per game

3. Performance Breakdown

• In-State Records:
  • CRL posted a balanced 3-5 record against in-state teams, demonstrating competitive play throughout the season.
  • Somerville, on the other hand, struggled with a 3-6 in-state record, indicative of a challenging season.
• League Play:
  • CRL shined in league matchups, going undefeated with a perfect 2-0 record.
  • Somerville had a more mixed experience, finishing with a 2-4 league record.
• Home and Away Performance:
  • CRL had an evenly split home and away performance, going 3-3 at home and 2-2 on the road, showcasing resilience both at home and in challenging environments.
  • Somerville struggled away, with a 0-4 record on the road. Conversely, they found more success at home, achieving a 3-2 record.

4. Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

• Head-to-Head: There were no matchups between CRL and Somerville during this season.
• Common Opponents: Both teams faced common opponents throughout the season, but their performance against these teams varied, contributing to their final records.

5. Key Takeaways

• CRL’s Strengths: Cambridge Rindge & Latin demonstrated strong late-game performance, averaging 7.0 points in the fourth quarter and achieving a win percentage of .500. Their undefeated record in league play highlighted their ability to perform under pressure.
• Somerville’s Challenges: Somerville faced difficulty in maintaining consistent scoring, averaging only 2.7 points in the fourth quarter. Their 0-4 away record was a significant disadvantage, indicating a need for strategic adjustments for future seasons.

Conclusion

As both teams reflect on their seasons, Cambridge Rindge & Latin will look to build on their strong league performance and balanced gameplay. Somerville, while facing a season with significant hurdles, will seek to leverage their home-field advantage and work on their away-game strategies. The rivalry between these schools promises an exciting chapter for the next season, with both teams poised for improvement and fierce competition.