The South Shore Vo-Tech varsity football team (Hanover, MA) will host a non-conference game against Holbrook (MA) today at 5:00 PM.

What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: South Shore Vo-Tech (MA) vs Holbrook (MA)
When: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Time: 5:00 p.m. ET
Where: South Shore Vo-Tech High School
Live stream: Watch here

Holbrook vs. South Shore Vo-Tech: A Season in Review

The 2024-2025 football season was challenging for both Holbrook and South Shore Vo-Tech, but the numbers reveal distinct trajectories for these Massachusetts teams. Let’s break down their performances and highlight the critical metrics that defined their seasons.

Team Overview and Records

Holbrook (24-25)

• Overall Record: 0-7
• League Record: 0-4
• Home Record: 0-5
• Away Record: 0-1
• Neutral Record: 0-1
• Points For (PF): 20
• Points Against (PA): 221
• Win Percentage: .000
• League Win Percentage: .000

Holbrook endured a winless season, scoring just 20 points while conceding 221. Despite their struggles, the team’s determination and effort remained consistent.

South Shore Vo-Tech (24-25)

• Overall Record: 3-7
• League Record: 1-5
• Home Record: 0-3
• Away Record: 3-4
• Points For (PF): 222
• Points Against (PA): 248
• Win Percentage: .300
• League Win Percentage: .167

South Shore Vo-Tech managed to secure three wins this season, with all victories coming on the road. The team’s ability to score—222 points in total—demonstrated their offensive potential, though defensive lapses were evident.

Team Scoring Averages

• Holbrook:
  • Q1: 0
  • Q2: 0
  • Q3: 0
  • Q4: 0
  • Final Average: 2.9 points per game
• South Shore Vo-Tech:
  • Q1: 8.0
  • Q2: 8.0
  • Q3: 0
  • Q4: 0
  • Final Average: 22.2 points per game

Holbrook struggled to find the end zone throughout games, while South Shore Vo-Tech had strong starts, particularly in the first half, averaging 16 points by halftime.

Performance Against Common Opponents

When examining common opponents, South Shore Vo-Tech’s performance stood out.

• Holbrook Record: 0-3
• South Shore Vo-Tech Record: 2-1

Results Against Common Opponents:

• Hull:
  • Holbrook (9/20/24): Lost 41-6
  • South Shore Vo-Tech (9/13/24): Won 36-14
• Upper Cape Cod RVT:
  • Holbrook (10/4/24): Lost 36-0
  • South Shore Vo-Tech (11/9/24): Lost 40-32
• Cape Cod RVT:
  • Holbrook (11/1/24): Lost 34-0
  • South Shore Vo-Tech (10/11/24): Won 42-12

South Shore Vo-Tech’s victories over Hull and Cape Cod RVT showcased their ability to compete against familiar rivals, while Holbrook faced difficulties throughout.

Season Highlights and Key Takeaways

Holbrook

• Holbrook’s winless season highlights the need for growth on both sides of the ball.
• A critical focus for improvement is scoring, as the team averaged less than three points per game.

South Shore Vo-Tech

• South Shore Vo-Tech displayed flashes of potential, particularly in their victories over Hull and Cape Cod RVT.
• Their scoring ability, particularly in the first half of games, gives a solid foundation to build on for future seasons.

Looking Ahead

Holbrook will aim to rebuild and regroup for the next season, focusing on bolstering their offense and defense. South Shore Vo-Tech, while facing similar challenges, can build on their three wins and find ways to maintain consistency throughout games.

Both teams’ commitment to improving will be pivotal as they prepare for the next chapter in their football journeys.