The Myers Park (Charlotte, NC) varsity soccer team will host Hickory Ridge (Harrisburg, NC) in a home playoff match today at 6:00 PM at Myers Park. 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: Hickory Ridge vs Myers Park
When: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Bracket: 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships – 4A
Live stream: Watch here
Team Records and Performance Preview:
Hickory Ridge enters the game with an overall record of 14-5-2, having posted a .714 win percentage. Their performance includes a 7-4-1 record in conference play and a strong home record of 11-2-1. The team has scored a total of 58 goals while allowing 22, demonstrating their balanced attacking and defensive play.
In contrast, Myers Park boasts an undefeated season with a 17-0-2 record, including an impressive 11-0-1 in conference play. Their win percentage stands at .947, with a remarkable 10-0 home record. The team has scored 91 goals while allowing just 13, showcasing their potent offense and solid defense. Myers Park is led by Beni Sibu, who has scored 27 goals this season, and goalkeeper Jason Hahn, who has maintained a nearly perfect 0.174 goals-against average.
Scoring Averages:
- Hickory Ridge averages 2.8 goals per match, with 1.1 goals in the first half and 1.2 goals in the second half.
- Myers Park has an even stronger offensive presence, averaging 5.2 goals per match, with 3.3 goals in the first half and 1.9 goals in the second half.
Common Opponents:
Both teams have faced some common opponents during the season, including West Cabarrus and Weddington. Hickory Ridge posted victories against West Cabarrus (5-1) and Weddington (3-0), while Myers Park defeated West Cabarrus (7-1) and Weddington (3-2). This gives a hint of the competitive nature of today’s matchup.
Head-to-Head:
The teams met earlier in the season on August 26, 2024, in a non-conference match, which ended in a 2-2 tie. This closely contested match adds extra intrigue to today’s playoff showdown, as both teams will look to secure a decisive win.
Players to Watch:
- George Berube of Hickory Ridge has scored 14 goals this season and is the team’s main offensive threat.
- Beni Sibu from Myers Park leads his team with 27 goals and has been a key contributor to their offensive dominance.
With the stakes high in the 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships, this game promises to be an exciting and intense matchup. Will Myers Park continue their undefeated streak, or will Hickory Ridge upset the high-seeded team? The answer will unfold tonight at 6:00 PM.
