The Walpole (MA) varsity football team will play a home conference game against Weymouth (South Weymouth, MA) today at 10 a.m.
What: Massachusetts High School Football
Who: Walpole (MA) vs Weymouth (MA)
When: Thursday, November 28, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. ET
Where: Walpole High School
Live stream: Watch here
Weymouth and Walpole Football Season Analysis (2024-25)
The 2024-25 high school football season has provided fans with an array of competitive games and noteworthy performances. Two teams in particular, Weymouth and Walpole, demonstrated distinct trajectories throughout the season. Here, we break down their records, performance metrics, and common matchups.
Team Records and Standings
Weymouth (24-25)
- Overall Record: 6-4
- League Record: 2-1
- Home Record: 4-0
- Away Record: 2-4
- Win Percentage: .600
- League Win Percentage: .667
- Points For (PF): 277
- Points Against (PA): 168
Walpole (24-25)
- Overall Record: 5-6
- League Record: 2-1
- Home Record: 0-3
- Away Record: 5-3
- Win Percentage: .455
- League Win Percentage: .667
- Points For (PF): 274
- Points Against (PA): 284
Scoring Averages by Quarter
When comparing scoring patterns, Weymouth showcased consistency, while Walpole displayed fluctuating offensive production.
Weymouth’s Scoring Averages
- Q1: 8.3 points
- Q2: 7.0 points
- Q3: 6.0 points
- Q4: 0 points
- Final: 27.7 points per game
Walpole’s Scoring Averages
- Q1: 0 points
- Q2: 5.0 points
- Q3: 3.5 points
- Q4: 3.5 points
- Final: 24.9 points per game
Common Opponents
Both teams faced four common opponents during the season, revealing their strengths and weaknesses.
Common Opponents and Results:
- Braintree
- Weymouth: Victory (21-0)
- Walpole: Victory (42-7)
- Milton
- Weymouth: Victory (28-21)
- Walpole: Victory (34-32)
- Needham
- Weymouth: Loss (21-3)
- Walpole: Loss (21-10)
- Wellesley
- Weymouth: Loss (35-13)
- Walpole: Loss (35-28)
Both teams finished their common opponent matchups with a 2-2 record, underscoring the balanced competition they faced.
Record Breakdown and Key Insights
Weymouth excelled in home games, securing an undefeated 4-0 record at their home field. However, their performance dipped on the road, with a 2-4 away record that highlighted vulnerabilities. Walpole, conversely, struggled at home with a 0-3 record but found greater success on the road, posting a 5-3 record.
Playoff and In-State Performance
Weymouth achieved a 6-4 record for the season, showcasing resilience and strong showings in critical games, especially at home. Walpole, with a 5-6 overall record, displayed a competitive edge with a .455 win percentage but fell short in crucial moments.
Both teams shared a .667 league win percentage, indicating their ability to perform effectively in divisional play despite varied outcomes in non-league matchups. Weymouth’s higher scoring average per game (27.7 vs. 24.9) and lower points allowed (168 vs. 284) also illustrate their balanced attack and solid defense.
Conclusion
Weymouth and Walpole each had unique strengths and weaknesses throughout the 2024-25 season. Weymouth’s home dominance and Walpole’s resilience on the road highlight the varied strategies and challenges each team faced. Both teams concluded with a 2-2 record against their common opponents, solidifying their positions as formidable forces within their league.
As they look forward to the next season, the data from 2024-25 provides valuable insights into areas for improvement and potential strategies to enhance their competitiveness.
