The Hoggard (Wilmington, NC) varsity soccer team will host a home playoff match against Broughton (Raleigh, NC) today at 6 p.m. at Hoggard High School. This game is part of the 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships – 4A tournament.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: North Carolina High School Soccer
Who: Broughton vs Hoggard
When: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Bracket: 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships – 4A
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview:
As the 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships – 4A tournament continues, the Hoggard (Wilmington, NC) varsity soccer team is set to host Broughton (Raleigh, NC) in an exciting playoff match at Hoggard. Both teams come into this clash with impressive records and a history of strong performances, promising a competitive showdown.
Team Performance and Records
Broughton (24-25) has put together an impressive season with an 18-5-2 overall record and a 7-2-1 mark in conference play. The team has shown consistency on the road with a 10-3 record away from home and maintained a strong defensive line, allowing just 26 goals this season. Broughton’s offensive efforts have been led by standout player Alec Bickmore, who has scored 20 goals, with teammate Gunnar Walden contributing 15 assists. The team’s average scoring pattern is 3.1 goals per game, with most of their scoring efforts coming in the second half.
Meanwhile, Hoggard (24-25) boasts a stellar 19-2 record overall, with a dominant 13-1 in conference play. With a near-perfect 9-1 home record and 8-1 away, they bring balanced strength in any setting. Hoggard’s defense has been nearly impenetrable, led by goalkeeper Lukas Batchelor, who maintains a goals-against average of just 0.615. The team averages an impressive 5.2 goals per game, led by Benjamin Weeks, who has netted 19 goals this season, with Jalen Criss adding to the playmaking with 15 assists.
Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
Although Broughton and Hoggard have not faced each other this season, they share one common opponent in Wake Forest, against whom both teams secured wins. Broughton achieved a dominant 8-0 victory, while Hoggard edged out Wake Forest 1-0, showcasing both teams’ ability to rise to the challenge against shared competition.
Game Outlook
With two high-powered offenses and solid defensive play, this matchup promises to be a tightly contested battle. Hoggard’s home-field advantage, along with its nearly flawless season, positions them as a tough opponent for Broughton. However, Broughton’s resilience and depth of talent on the road will make them a formidable challenger.
Fans can expect a thrilling match between these two accomplished teams as they fight for a spot in the next round of the 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships.
