The Uxbridge (MA) varsity football team will host a home playoff game against Mashpee (MA) today at 5:30 PM. This matchup is part of the 2024 MIAA Football State Championship – Division 7 tournament.
What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Uxbridge (MA) vs Mashpee (MA)
When: Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Time: 5:30 p.m. ET
Where: Gillette Stadium
Bracket: 2024 MIAA Football State Championship – Division 7
Live stream: Watch here
A Clash of Titans: Mashpee vs. Uxbridge in the 2024-2025 Season
The 2024-2025 high school football season has showcased the strengths and capabilities of two dominant Massachusetts teams: Mashpee and Uxbridge. Both teams have had impressive runs this season, but Uxbridge’s flawless performance and Mashpee’s resilience set the stage for a thrilling potential matchup. Here’s a detailed look at how these two powerhouses stack up.
Rankings and Records
- Mashpee: Ranked 65th in Division 3, Mashpee has a solid 9-3 overall record, including an undefeated 7-0 record at home. They boast a 0.750 win percentage, with strong league performances (3-1).
- Uxbridge: Ranked 29th in Division 1, Uxbridge is a juggernaut with a perfect 12-0 record, including 7-0 at home and 4-0 on the road. They maintain a 1.000 win percentage, reflecting their dominance in league play (7-0).
Scoring Averages
- Mashpee: The Falcons average 29.8 points per game, with their strongest scoring coming in the third quarter (9.5 points on average). However, their offensive production dips significantly in the fourth quarter (1.5 points).
- Uxbridge: The Spartans outshine Mashpee with an average of 39.7 points per game. Uxbridge displays consistency across all quarters, particularly excelling in the first (12.9 points) and second (11.9 points).
Team Stat Comparison
| Category | Mashpee | Uxbridge |
|---|---|---|
| Rushing Yards Per Game | 219.1 | 215.4 |
| Passing Yards Per Game | 96.3 | 96.7 |
| Receiving Yards Per Game | 96.3 | 105.0 |
| Total Yards Per Game | 315.4 | 312.1 |
| Points Per Game | 29.8 | 33.0 |
While both teams are nearly identical in rushing and passing yards per game, Uxbridge holds a slight edge in total offensive balance, particularly in receiving yards and points per game.
Key Players
| Mashpee | Uxbridge | National Avg. |
| #9 Ben Squarcia (RB): 107.9 rushing yards/game | #8 Camden Lachapelle (RB): 177.2 rushing yards/game | 20.0 |
| #18 Dominic Matteodo (QB): 124.0 passing yards/game | #11 Rogan Devlin (QB): 116.0 passing yards/game | 50.6 |
| #1 Ryan Triveri (WR): 57.9 receiving yards/game | #1 Liam Kaferlein (WR): 55.8 receiving yards/game | 17.2 |
| #18 Dominic Matteodo: 163.6 total yards/game | #8 Camden Lachapelle: 187.2 total yards/game | 36.3 |
| #9 Ben Squarcia: 13.0 points/game | #8 Camden Lachapelle: 16.8 points/game | 2.5 |
Uxbridge’s Camden Lachapelle has been a standout, leading his team in rushing yards (177.2 per game) and scoring (16.8 points per game). For Mashpee, Ben Squarcia is the offensive anchor with 107.9 rushing yards per game and 13.0 points per game.
Strengths and Weaknesses
- Mashpee:
- Strength: Home-field advantage (7-0).
- Weakness: Scoring drops off significantly in the fourth quarter, which could be a problem in close games.
- Uxbridge:
- Strength: Consistency and scoring depth across all quarters.
- Weakness: Slightly lower total yardage per game compared to Mashpee, despite their higher scoring average.
Record Breakdown
| Category | Mashpee | Uxbridge |
| Overall Record | 9-3 | 12-0 |
| League Record | 3-1 | 7-0 |
| Non-League Record | 3-2 | 2-0 |
| Playoff Record | 3-0 | 3-0 |
| Home Record | 7-0 | 7-0 |
| Away Record | 2-3 | 4-0 |
| Neutral Record | 0-0 | 1-0 |
While both teams have excelled in their respective divisions, Uxbridge’s undefeated record and superior scoring power make them a formidable opponent for any team.
Conclusion
If Mashpee and Uxbridge were to face off, it would be a battle of grit versus dominance. Mashpee’s resilience and strong rushing game could challenge Uxbridge, but the Spartans’ consistency and star power, led by Camden Lachapelle, might give them the edge. Regardless, fans can expect a high-energy, closely contested game if these two meet on the gridiron.
