The Tewksbury Memorial varsity football team will play a home non-conference game against Wilmington today at 10 a.m.
What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Tewksbury Memorial (MA) vs Wilmington (MA)
When: Thursday, November 28, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. ET
Where: Tewksbury High School
Live stream: Watch here
Comparing Wilmington and Tewksbury Memorial Football Records and Performance
The 2024-2025 Massachusetts high school football season has been one of contrasts for the Wilmington and Tewksbury Memorial teams. As we break down their performance in terms of overall records, scoring averages, and head-to-head matchups, it becomes clear that while both teams have had noteworthy moments, they have experienced vastly different seasons.
Team Overview
Wilmington High School has faced challenges throughout the season, ending with a record of 2-9. Their league performance has been particularly difficult, with a 0-5 mark that highlights their struggles within their division. Despite their adversity, Wilmington has shown resilience, particularly in their home games, where they managed to secure one of their two victories.
Tewksbury Memorial, on the other hand, has enjoyed a more successful season, finishing with an 8-3 record overall and a 3-2 league mark. Their balanced performance has been marked by a strong home game record of 5-1 and a solid 3-2 away record. This success can be attributed to their consistency across various aspects of the game.
Scoring Averages and Game Analysis
The scoring averages provide a clearer picture of the contrasting strategies and outcomes of these two teams. Wilmington’s average score per game is 16.3 points, with a notably low output of 0 points in the first quarter and only 4 points in the third quarter. Their highest scoring period was the fourth quarter, averaging 9.0 points, but it wasn’t enough to secure wins in most of their contests.
Tewksbury Memorial, by contrast, has averaged 32.6 points per game. Their scoring has been more evenly distributed, with their strongest period being the first quarter (9.5 points) and maintaining solid scoring throughout the game. This balanced attack has contributed to their successful season, allowing them to build early leads and maintain momentum.
Common Opponents and Head-to-Head Matchups
Wilmington and Tewksbury Memorial share a common opponent in Chelmsford. Wilmington faced Chelmsford on September 6, 2024, and suffered a significant defeat with a 48-6 loss. In contrast, Tewksbury Memorial played Chelmsford on October 18, 2024, and secured a win, defeating them 21-7. This head-to-head performance against a shared opponent highlights the different levels of competitiveness between the two teams this season.
Record Breakdown
A detailed look at the records for each team further illustrates the disparities:
Wilmington
- Overall Record: 2-9
- League Record: 0-5
- Non-League Record: 2-4
- Home Record: 1-4
- Away Record: 0-5
- Neutral Site Record: 0-0
- Playoff Record: 0-0
- In-State Record: 2-9
Tewksbury Memorial
- Overall Record: 8-3
- League Record: 3-2
- Non-League Record: 3-0
- Home Record: 5-1
- Away Record: 3-2
- Neutral Site Record: 0-0
- Playoff Record: 2-1
- In-State Record: 8-3
Conclusion
The 2024-2025 football season has showcased the resilience of Wilmington and the consistent strength of Tewksbury Memorial. While Wilmington has fought hard against formidable opponents and shown flashes of potential, their lack of scoring balance and tough league schedule have limited their success. Tewksbury Memorial, however, has capitalized on their scoring depth and solid performances in key games, enabling them to achieve a strong overall record. This season’s analysis highlights the challenges and triumphs of both teams, pointing to a bright outlook for Tewksbury and areas for improvement for Wilmington.
