The Wyoming Area (Exeter, PA) varsity field hockey team will play a neutral playoff game against Boiling Springs (PA) today at 6 p.m. This matchup is part of the PIAA Class A State Semifinals at Milton High School.
Boiling Springs vs Wyoming Area Field Hockey Game Info:
What: Pennsylvania High School Field Hockey
Who: Boiling Springs vs Wyoming Area
When: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m.
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Game preview: Boiling Springs vs Wyoming Area
As the 2024-2025 sports season unfolds, Boiling Springs and Wyoming Area have both established themselves as top-tier teams in their respective classifications. With impressive records and dominant performances, these two teams are setting the stage for exciting matchups and potential playoff runs. Let’s take a closer look at their rankings, stats, and head-to-head comparisons.
Rankings & Records
Boiling Springs (24-25 Season)
- National Rank: 135
- PA Rank: 27
- Class Rank: 6
- Overall Record: 15-5-1
- Conference Record: 9-1
- Home Record: 10-1
- Away Record: 4-4-1
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Win %: .738
- Conference %: .900
- Goals For (GF): 102
- Goals Against (GA): 29
Wyoming Area (24-25 Season)
- National Rank: 18
- PA Rank: 7
- Class Rank: 2
- Overall Record: 20-0
- Conference Record: 10-0
- Home Record: 9-0
- Away Record: 10-0
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Win %: 1.000
- Conference %: 1.000
- Goals For (GF): 110
- Goals Against (GA): 12
Wyoming Area stands out with a perfect 20-0 record, demonstrating dominance across the board, especially in their conference and away games. On the other hand, Boiling Springs has had a solid season with an overall record of 15-5-1, including a strong conference performance at 9-1. While Wyoming Area boasts a flawless win percentage, Boiling Springs’ impressive home record suggests they are a tough opponent on their turf.
Team Scoring Averages
Boiling Springs:
- Goals per Game: 2.3
- Assists per Game: 1.8
- Overtime: N/A
- Total Goals (Final): 4.9
Wyoming Area:
- Goals per Game: 1.3
- Assists per Game: 0.3
- Overtime: 1.0
- Total Goals (Final): 5.5
Wyoming Area has a higher total goals per game (5.5) compared to Boiling Springs (4.9), which reflects their offensive strength. However, Boiling Springs also showcases a consistent scoring ability, particularly on their home turf. Wyoming Area, with their flawless record, is certainly a team to watch with their attacking prowess.
Team Stat Comparison
- Boiling Springs: 102 Goals, 29 Goals Against
- Wyoming Area: 110 Goals, 12 Goals Against
Wyoming Area’s defense has been a key factor in their undefeated season, allowing only 12 goals all season. Their ability to shut down opponents is remarkable. Meanwhile, Boiling Springs has been equally efficient offensively, scoring 102 goals, but their defense has allowed more goals, showing a slightly more open style of play.
Team Leaders
Boiling Springs:
- Goals Leader: #7 Lyla Rehill – 37 Goals
- Assists Leader: #7 Lyla Rehill – 19 Assists
Wyoming Area:
- Goals Leader: #7 Lyla Rehill – 37 Goals
- Assists Leader: #7 Lyla Rehill – 19 Assists
Interestingly, both teams share a key player in Lyla Rehill, who leads Boiling Springs in both goals and assists. Rehill’s presence on the field has been a significant factor for Boiling Springs, and her role will undoubtedly be key in any matchups with top teams like Wyoming Area.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced Wyomissing this season and emerged victorious:
- Boiling Springs: Defeated Wyomissing 6-0 at home on 10/26/24
- Wyoming Area: Defeated Wyomissing 4-0 at home on 11/5/24
Both teams demonstrated their superiority over Wyomissing, though Boiling Springs’ margin of victory was larger. This common opponent provides a glimpse into how both teams perform against similar competition, although Wyoming Area’s undefeated record still stands out as a major accomplishment.
Record Breakdown
Boiling Springs (24-25)
- Overall: 15-5-1
- League: 9-1
- Non-League: 5-4-1
- Head to Head: 0-0 (No matchups yet)
- Home: 10-1
- Away: 4-4-1
- Neutral: 1-0
Wyoming Area (24-25)
- Overall: 20-0
- League: 10-0
- Non-League: 8-0
- Head to Head: 0-0 (No matchups yet)
- Home: 9-0
- Away: 10-0
- Neutral: 1-0
Both teams have excelled in their respective conferences, with Wyoming Area remaining undefeated across all formats. Boiling Springs has shown resilience at home and in non-league play, but their away record (4-4-1) reflects a tougher challenge on the road.
Conclusion
The 2024-2025 season has been a remarkable one for both Boiling Springs and Wyoming Area. Wyoming Area’s perfect record and strong defensive play place them at the top of the rankings, while Boiling Springs remains a formidable opponent with an excellent home record and solid overall performance. With their head-to-head matchup still pending, it will be exciting to see how these two teams compare when they finally meet on the field.
As both teams continue to push toward the playoffs, all eyes will be on their next matchups, particularly with their shared opponent of Wyomissing, which has shown the strength of both teams. The potential for an exciting showdown between these two teams is high, and their fans are sure to be in for a thrilling ride.
