The Billerica Memorial (Billerica, MA) varsity football team has a home playoff game vs. Walpole (MA) today at 7 pm.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Billerica Memorial (MA) vs. Walpole (MA)
When: Friday, November 15
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network
Walpole vs. Billerica Memorial Football: Playoff Showdown Tonight
Tonight, the Billerica Memorial High School football team will face off against Walpole in a thrilling matchup in the 2024 MIAA Football State Championship – Division 3 tournament. The game will take place at 7 p.m. at Billerica Memorial High School, where the stakes are high for both teams as they battle for a spot in the next round of the playoffs.
Team Records and Performance
Walpole enters the game with a 4-5 overall record, with a 2-1 mark in league play. The team has struggled at home this season, posting an 0-3 record on their home field, but has fared better on the road with a 4-2 record. Despite this, Walpole’s offense has shown flashes of potential, averaging 23.4 points per game, with a strong second-quarter performance where they score an average of 5.0 points.
On the other hand, Billerica Memorial comes into this playoff game with a solid 6-3 overall record and an even 2-1 mark in league play. The team has been dominant at home, with a 3-1 record, and has put up an impressive 261 points so far this season, averaging 29.0 points per game. The Billerica offense has been particularly strong in the second quarter, with an average of 9.1 points in that period, and their scoring continues to rise throughout the game, particularly in the final quarter, where they score an average of 6.0 points.
Key to the Game: Offense vs. Defense
Walpole’s scoring has been more spread out across all quarters, with a focus on maintaining consistency. However, they will need to step up their game to match Billerica’s high-powered offense. Billerica Memorial’s scoring ability, especially in the second and fourth quarters, could pose a challenge for Walpole’s defense, which has allowed 228 points throughout the season.
The key for Walpole will be to control the pace of the game and capitalize on their moments. Their defense will have to step up against a Billerica offense that has been known to come alive in the second half. For Billerica Memorial, continuing their high-scoring output will be crucial to maintain momentum and avoid giving Walpole any opportunities to gain control of the game.
A Strong Road Ahead
This matchup will be critical for both teams as they aim to advance further into the MIAA Football State Championship tournament. Billerica Memorial has shown they are a formidable contender with their impressive record and high-scoring offense, while Walpole will look to pull off an upset on the road with their determination to overcome a tough season.
The game kicks off at 7 p.m. tonight, and with both teams motivated to prove themselves, it promises to be a memorable playoff showdown. Fans of both teams will be on the edge of their seats as Walpole looks to upset Billerica Memorial in this exciting Division 3 contest.
