The Hendersonville (NC) varsity soccer team is set to host Bandys (Catawba, NC) in a home playoff match today at 6 p.m. at Hendersonville. This game is part of the 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships for the 2A division.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: North Carolina High School Soccer
Who: Bandys vs Hendersonville
When: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Bracket: 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships – 2A
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Hendersonville Hosts Bandys in 2A NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Playoff Clash
The Hendersonville Bearcats are set to face the Bandys Trojans in a home playoff match tonight at 6 p.m. as part of the 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships for the 2A division. Both teams come into this matchup with unique strengths and challenges as they battle for a chance to advance in the tournament.
Team Records and Recent Performances
The Bandys Trojans have a strong overall record of 14-9-1, highlighted by a 3-0 average final score this season. Their offensive power has been on display with a total of 72 goals scored, while their defense has shown resilience despite allowing 54 goals. Their conference play record of 8-6 and home record of 8-3 underscore their strength at both ends of the field.
Hendersonville’s season has been more balanced, with an 8-8-3 record. The Bearcats have a solid defensive line, allowing just 24 goals compared to their 35 scored. In conference play, Hendersonville holds a record of 5-6-1, showing strong home-field resilience at 4-4-1.
Key Players to Watch
For Hendersonville, #10 Soren Smith leads the team with 6 goals and 16 shots on goal this season. Goalkeeper #93 Tanner Jackson has been solid in net with a goals-against average of 1.846, slightly better than the national average, showcasing his ability to keep games within reach for the Bearcats.
Common Opponents and Past Encounters
Both teams have faced East Rutherford as a common opponent. Bandys won their matchup 2-1, while Hendersonville won 2-0 in one game and tied 1-1 in another. The results against East Rutherford show that both teams have the potential to perform under similar circumstances.
With strong performances and closely matched statistics, tonight’s game between Hendersonville and Bandys promises to be an intense showdown as both teams aim for a deeper run in the 2A state tournament. The home advantage could play a pivotal role, giving Hendersonville a slight edge, though Bandys’ scoring prowess is likely to keep the Bearcats’ defense on high alert. Fans can look forward to a competitive match with high stakes and a lot of heart.
