The Wallace-Rose Hill (Teachey, NC) varsity soccer team will host Jordan-Matthews (Siler City, NC) today at 6 p.m. in a home playoff match as part of the 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships – 2A tournament.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: North Carolina High School Soccer
Who: Jordan-Matthews vs Wallace-Rose Hill
When: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Bracket: 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships – 2A
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview
In the 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships – 2A tournament, Wallace-Rose Hill (21-3-2) will host Jordan-Matthews (16-7) in a highly anticipated playoff match tonight at 6 p.m. Wallace-Rose Hill has maintained an impressive record, boasting a strong 12-1 performance at home, while Jordan-Matthews has proven competitive on the road with a 6-4 away record.
Team Performance and Key Players
Wallace-Rose Hill has consistently outscored opponents with 110 goals this season, averaging 4.2 goals per game and led by standout forward Alex Zepeda, who has netted an astounding 47 goals. Chris Mejia complements Zepeda with 21 assists, fueling the team’s high-scoring offense. Defensively, goalkeeper Jorge Estrada has a solid 1.110 goals-against average, supported by a skilled defense, notably Junior Ayestas with 241 steals.
Jordan-Matthews comes into the game with a balanced offense and defense. Francisco Ibarra, a key player, leads with 30 goals and 9 assists, while goalkeeper Angelo Vera has contributed to keeping their goals-against total at 37. Despite averaging fewer goals (3.3) than Wallace-Rose Hill, Jordan-Matthews has shown resilience, especially in their 10-1 record at home.
Common Opponents and Records
The two teams share a common competitor in Hobbton, against whom both teams have recorded wins. However, Wallace-Rose Hill also triumphed over Franklin Academy, a team that defeated Jordan-Matthews earlier in the season, hinting at a possible advantage for the home team.
This game will be a test of skill, strategy, and endurance as both teams aim for victory in their quest for the 2A championship.
