The St. Mary’s (Lynn, MA) varsity football team will play a home conference game against Bishop Fenwick (Peabody, MA) today at 6:30 p.m.

What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: St. Mary’s (MA) vs Bishop Fenwick (MA)
When: Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Time: 6:30 p.m. ET
Where: LYNN-Manning Field
Live stream: Watch here

Bishop Fenwick and St. Mary’s: A Season in Review

The 2024-25 high school football season saw Bishop Fenwick and St. Mary’s emerge as dominant forces in their division, each showcasing remarkable records and impressive performances. Their journeys through the season demonstrated grit, skill, and a commitment to excellence that set them apart.

Season Overview

Both Bishop Fenwick and St. Mary’s concluded the season with identical overall records of 8-2, a testament to their consistency and competitive spirit. However, their paths to this achievement differed in key ways.

Bishop Fenwick secured an 8-2 record, boasting a 5-1 league performance and a strong 6-1 record at home. Their away record was 2-1, indicating a solid ability to perform under challenging conditions. The team accumulated a scoring average of 29.5 points per game, while their defense allowed an average of 13.2 points per game.

St. Mary’s, on the other hand, also recorded an 8-2 overall record but outshone Fenwick slightly with a 6-1 league performance. They were perfect at home (3-0) and showcased resilience on the road with a 4-2 record. Their scoring average of 30.1 points per game was slightly better than Fenwick’s, with a defense that allowed just 10.9 points per game.

Scoring Trends

An analysis of scoring averages highlights subtle differences in offensive output between the two teams:

• Bishop Fenwick:
  • Q1: 0 points
  • Q2: 7.0 points
  • Q3: 0 points
  • Q4: 0 points
  • Final: 29.5 points
• St. Mary’s:
  • Q1: 2.0 points
  • Q2: 4.3 points
  • Q3: 4.7 points
  • Q4: 2.3 points
  • Final: 30.1 points

These numbers suggest that St. Mary’s had a more balanced offensive output throughout the game, while Bishop Fenwick’s scoring tended to surge in the second quarter and maintain a solid lead.

Common Opponents Analysis

One of the most insightful ways to compare teams is by evaluating their performance against common opponents. Both schools faced seven shared adversaries, finishing with a 6-1 record against these teams. The head-to-head matchups against these opponents provide a deeper look at their season dynamics:

• Bishop Fenwick defeated teams like Bishop Stang (39-7), Archbishop Williams (40-13), and Cardinal Spellman (45-0). However, they fell to Bishop Feehan (31-7) in a key matchup.
• St. Mary’s also triumphed over Bishop Stang (33-7), Archbishop Williams (36-6), and Cardinal Spellman (42-14). Their only defeat came against Bishop Feehan (13-0).

These results underscore the high level of competition both teams faced and their ability to dominate most of their matches.

Breakdown of Records

Examining each team’s record in different contexts adds depth to their accomplishments:

Bishop Fenwick (24-25)

• Overall: 8-2
• League: 5-1
• Non-League: 3-1
• Head to Head: 0-0
• Home: 6-1
• Away: 2-1
• Playoff: 0-1
• In-State: 8-2
• Out-of-State: 0-0

St. Mary’s (24-25)

• Overall: 8-2
• League: 6-1
• Non-League: 2-0
• Head to Head: 0-0
• Home: 3-0
• Away: 4-2
• Neutral: 1-0
• Playoff: 0-1
• In-State: 8-2
• Out-of-State: 0-0

Conclusion

Both Bishop Fenwick and St. Mary’s demonstrated exceptional talent and teamwork throughout the 2024-25 season. With identical records and similar performances against common opponents, these teams exemplified the competitive spirit and excellence of high school football. While each school had its strengths—Fenwick with an impressive second-quarter surge and St. Mary’s with consistent scoring across the board—their shared record and accomplishments highlight a season of fierce competition and high stakes. This rivalry, marked by their close performances, promises exciting future matchups for years to come.