On Tuesday, November 12, 2024, the Glen Ridge Ridgers (11-4-1) will face off against the Wallington Panthers (12-5) in a neutral-site playoff match. This game is part of the 2024 New Jersey High School Boys Soccer Playoff Brackets for the NJSIAA North Jersey Section 2 Group 1 tournament.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: New Jersey High School Football Playoffs
Who: Glen Ridge vs Wallington
When: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: TBD
Bracket: 2024 New Jersey High School Boys Soccer Playoff Brackets: NJSIAA – North Jersey Section 2 Group 1
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Game preview: Glen Ridge vs Wallington
As the 2024-2025 sports season progresses, Wallington and Glen Ridge, two teams from New Jersey’s National League, have proven to be formidable competitors, each achieving strong results in their respective campaigns. Here’s a closer look at their performance and how they stack up against each other in several key metrics.
Wallington (24-25)
- Overall Record: 12-5
- League Record: 6-2
- Home Record: 7-3
- Away Record: 4-2
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Win Percentage: .706
- League Win Percentage: .750
- Goals For (GF): 48
- Goals Against (GA): 30
Wallington has enjoyed a solid season with an overall win percentage of .706. Their league record is particularly impressive, standing at .750, showcasing their dominance within the division. With a total of 48 goals scored, Wallington has displayed offensive potency while allowing just 30 goals. The team has excelled at home with a 7-3 record and has been perfect in neutral-site matchups, going 1-0.
Glen Ridge (24-25)
- Overall Record: 11-4-1
- League Record: 2-1
- Home Record: 5-2-1
- Away Record: 6-2
- Win Percentage: .719
- League Win Percentage: .667
- Goals For (GF): 43
- Goals Against (GA): 25
Glen Ridge enters the 2024-2025 season with an overall strong record of 11-4-1 and a respectable league win percentage of .667. With 43 goals scored and only 25 allowed, Glen Ridge has been effective on both ends of the field. Their overall win percentage of .719 suggests a well-balanced squad capable of competing at a high level. While they have had less success in league play compared to Wallington, their performance in non-league matchups (6-2) is notable.
Team Scoring Averages
- Wallington Scoring Average: 2.8 goals per game
- Glen Ridge Scoring Average: 2.7 goals per game
When it comes to scoring, Wallington has the edge, averaging 2.8 goals per game compared to Glen Ridge’s 2.7. Though the difference is marginal, it highlights Wallington’s slight offensive advantage over their opponents.
Head-to-Head & Record Breakdown
In terms of head-to-head performance, neither team has faced off in this season’s matchups, leaving their direct comparison open-ended for future encounters.
When we look at their records in different contexts, the comparison becomes clearer:
- Wallington has a stronger league record (6-2 vs. Glen Ridge’s 2-1) and home performance (7-3 vs. Glen Ridge’s 5-2-1).
- Glen Ridge excels in away games, with a solid 6-2 record, better than Wallington’s 4-2.
- Both teams are undefeated in neutral-site games, with Wallington going 1-0 and Glen Ridge having no neutral games played yet.
Playoff Record
When considering playoff performance, Wallington boasts a perfect 2-0 playoff record, whereas Glen Ridge has not yet faced postseason competition this season. This early playoff success could serve as a major boost for Wallington’s confidence going forward.
In-State vs. Out-of-State
Both teams have had limited out-of-state matchups, with Wallington and Glen Ridge not facing any teams outside of New Jersey this season. Their in-state records are nearly identical, with Wallington at 12-5 and Glen Ridge at 11-4-1.
