The Sutton (MA) varsity soccer team will play a neutral-site playoff game against Hamilton-Wenham Regional (South Hamilton, MA) today. This match is part of the 2024 Massachusetts High School Girls Soccer Playoff Brackets in the MIAA Division 4 tournament.

Sutton vs Hamilton-Wenham Regional Game Info:

What: Massachusetts High School Girls Scores Playoffs
Who: Sutton vs Hamilton-Wenham Regional
When: Saturday, November 23, 2024
Time: TBD
Bracket: 2024 Massachusetts High School Girls Soccer Playoff Brackets: MIAA – Division 4
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Game preview: Sutton vs Hamilton-Wenham Regional

As the Massachusetts high school sports season continues, two teams that have been standing out in the state’s rankings are Hamilton-Wenham Regional and Sutton. Both teams have shown impressive performances this year, boasting near-perfect records and high-scoring offenses. Let’s dive deeper into their statistics, strengths, and potential for the upcoming games.

Hamilton-Wenham Regional: Dominating the Field

Hamilton-Wenham Regional has been nothing short of dominant in the 2024-2025 season. The team currently holds an outstanding 18-0-4 overall record, remaining undefeated in league play with a 10-0-1 record. Their success isn’t just confined to their home turf, as they’ve also performed well on the road, with a 10-0-3 away record.

With a win percentage of .909 and an even stronger league win percentage of .955, Hamilton-Wenham has made a powerful statement in their division. They’ve scored a total of 81 goals and allowed only 11, averaging an impressive 3.7 goals per game. This offensive and defensive balance has made them a formidable force in Massachusetts high school sports.

Key to their success has been their ability to dominate in both home and away games, with perfect or near-perfect records across the board. Their head-to-head record against other teams has also been flawless, with no losses recorded in their matches against common opponents.

Sutton: A Close Contender

While Hamilton-Wenham’s undefeated streak may stand out, Sutton is not far behind. The Sutton team boasts a 17-2 overall record, with an 8-2 mark in league play. Their overall win percentage is .895, slightly lower than Hamilton-Wenham, but their 4.6 goals per game average shows they are no slouches when it comes to offense, having scored 88 goals and conceded only 10.

Sutton has shown consistent dominance in their home games (7-1) and a strong road performance (8-1), with a 2-0 record in neutral-site games. The team’s offensive attack is highlighted by their higher scoring rate, averaging 4.6 goals per game, making them a dangerous team to face.

Although Sutton has suffered two losses compared to Hamilton-Wenham’s zero, their 8-2 league record and overall consistency still position them as one of the top teams in the region.

Head-to-Head Comparison

Though both teams are ranked highly and share a similar level of dominance, Hamilton-Wenham and Sutton have yet to face each other this season. Their head-to-head record stands at 0-0, and it will be exciting to see how these two teams perform when they inevitably meet. Given their respective strengths, including Hamilton-Wenham’s solid defense and Sutton’s high-powered offense, this matchup promises to be one of the season’s most anticipated games.

Both teams also performed well against common opponents, with each showing an ability to dominate games and maintain strong records. Hamilton-Wenham’s 18-0-4 record in-state, compared to Sutton’s 17-2, shows they both have a significant presence in Massachusetts high school sports.

Looking Ahead: The Road to the Playoffs

As the season progresses, both Hamilton-Wenham and Sutton are gearing up for the playoffs. Hamilton-Wenham’s unblemished in-state record and defensive prowess make them a team to watch, while Sutton’s offensive firepower and resilience suggest they could be a formidable contender.

With both teams proving themselves in different ways—Hamilton-Wenham with its airtight defense and Sutton with its offensive explosiveness—high school sports fans can look forward to some thrilling matchups as the season continues. Their records so far point to potential playoff runs, and whether they meet head-to-head or go on separate paths to the championship, both teams are sure to leave their mark on the Massachusetts sports landscape.