The Triton Regional varsity football team (Byfield, MA) will play a home conference game against Pentucket Regional (West Newbury, MA) on Thursday, November 28 at 10 a.m.
What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Triton Regional (MA) vs Pentucket Regional (MA)
When: Thursday, November 28, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. ET
Where: Triton Regional High School
Live stream: Watch here
Pentucket Regional and Triton Regional: Season Analysis and Records Overview
The high school football season for 2024-25 has showcased some intense competition in the Massachusetts Division 2 league, with Pentucket Regional and Triton Regional standing out for their performances. This article delves into the records, team statistics, and common opponents to evaluate how each team performed over the season.
Overview of Records and Rankings
Pentucket Regional (24-25)
- Overall Record: 4-6
- League Record: 2-3
- Home Record: 2-3
- Away Record: 2-3
- Win Percentage: .400
- League Win Percentage: .400
- Points For (PF): 264
- Points Against (PA): 276
Triton Regional (24-25)
- Overall Record: 7-3
- League Record: 4-3
- Home Record: 4-1
- Away Record: 3-2
- Win Percentage: .700
- League Win Percentage: .571
- Points For (PF): 318
- Points Against (PA): 190
The season presented contrasting outcomes for these two schools. Triton Regional performed significantly better with a winning record of 7-3 compared to Pentucket’s 4-6. Triton’s robust .700 overall win percentage indicates their competitive edge, while Pentucket, with a .400 win percentage, had a more challenging season.
Team Scoring Averages
Pentucket Regional
- Quarter-by-Quarter Scoring: Q1 (0), Q2 (0), Q3 (0), Q4 (0)
- Final Average: 26.4 points per game
Triton Regional
- Quarter-by-Quarter Scoring: Q1 (10.0), Q2 (4.7), Q3 (8.3), Q4 (2.3)
- Final Average: 31.8 points per game
Pentucket’s scoring pattern was inconsistent, failing to score in any quarter of the game, which impacted their overall success. On the other hand, Triton demonstrated more balanced offensive output, averaging 31.8 points per game and performing particularly strong in the first quarter.
Common Opponents Analysis
Both teams shared several opponents throughout the season, allowing for a comparative look at their performances against similar competition.
- Amesbury: Pentucket lost 38-28, while Triton secured a 30-22 victory.
- Hamilton-Wenham Regional: Pentucket triumphed with a decisive 41-16 win, whereas Triton achieved a commanding 37-6 win.
- Newburyport: Pentucket fell in a close contest 42-34, while Triton faced a setback with a 47-27 loss.
- Essex Tech: Pentucket edged out with a narrow 29-28 win, and Triton convincingly won 42-21.
- North Reading: Pentucket lost 31-12, while Triton battled narrowly and lost 13-10.
- Ipswich: Pentucket secured a dominating 34-0 win, contrasting with Triton’s 36-6 victory.
Record Breakdown by Game Type
Pentucket Regional
- League Record: 2-3
- Non-League Record: 2-3
- Neutral Site Record: 0-0
- Playoff Record: 0-0
Triton Regional
- League Record: 4-3
- Non-League Record: 3-0
- Neutral Site Record: 0-0
- Playoff Record: 0-0
Triton’s strength in non-league matchups contributed significantly to their overall record. Their undefeated non-league performance (3-0) was a testament to their ability to excel against a diverse set of opponents. Pentucket, meanwhile, struggled in both league and non-league games, reflecting their challenges throughout the season.
Conclusion
Pentucket Regional and Triton Regional had differing trajectories this season. Triton showcased a more successful and balanced approach, with a higher win percentage and strong offensive performance. Pentucket, despite their efforts, fell short with a record of 4-6, struggling to maintain consistent scoring and secure victories. These insights provide a clearer picture of how each team navigated the challenges of the 2024-25 football season.
