The Piedmont Community Charter varsity soccer team from Gastonia, NC, will host a home playoff match against Christ the King from Huntersville, NC, today at 6 p.m. at Piedmont Community Charter. This game is part of the 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships – 1A tournament.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: North Carolina High School Soccer
Who: Christ the King vs Piedmont Community Charter
When: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Bracket: 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships – 1A
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Piedmont Community Charter and Christ the King Prepare for 1A Playoff Showdown
The Piedmont Community Charter Patriots (Gastonia, NC) are set to host a rematch against the Christ the King Crusaders (Huntersville, NC) tonight at 6 p.m. in the second round of the 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships for the 1A division. These two teams previously clashed on September 4, with Christ the King narrowly coming out on top, winning 5-4 in a high-scoring thriller.
Rankings & Records
Both teams bring strong records into the playoff. Christ the King, ranked 95th in North Carolina, has an overall record of 14-6 with a 10-4 mark in conference play. With a .700 win percentage, they have tallied 55 goals this season, conceding only 21.
Piedmont Community Charter, ranked 165th in the state, has impressed with a 13-4-1 overall record and remains undefeated in conference play at 8-0. The Patriots have outscored opponents 91-20 this season, giving them a .750 win rate and a formidable record at home, where they’ve gone 7-3-1.
Team Averages and Key Players
Piedmont Community Charter has been highly productive in front of goal, averaging 5.1 goals per game overall, with 4.3 of those coming in the first half. In contrast, Christ the King averages 2.8 goals per game, with a more balanced split between the two halves.
For the Crusaders, #7 Cristian Garcia has been a standout, leading the team with 19 goals this season. He also tops the team’s shot tally with 69 attempts. Midfielder #10 Jaren Martinez is another key playmaker with nine assists.
Common Opponents and Playoff Readiness
Both teams have faced and triumphed over mutual opponents Queen’s Grant and Corvian Community. Christ the King has gone undefeated (4-0) in these matchups, while Piedmont Community Charter has a 3-0 record against the same teams. Their dominance against shared competition suggests a competitive, closely-matched game is in store tonight.
The winner of this playoff showdown will advance further in the NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships, keeping alive their hopes of a state title.
