The Enloe (Raleigh, NC) varsity soccer team will host New Hanover (Wilmington, NC) in a playoff match today at 6 p.m. at Enloe. 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: New Hanover vs Enloe
When: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Bracket: 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships – 4A
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Enloe Hosts New Hanover in 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championship – 4A Playoff
The Enloe (Raleigh, NC) varsity soccer team is gearing up for an exciting home playoff matchup against New Hanover (Wilmington, NC) today at 6 p.m. This game is part of the 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships – 4A tournament.
Season Overview
Enloe enters this contest with an impressive 17-2-3 record, showcasing a dominant season that includes a solid 8-1-1 conference mark. With a .841 overall win percentage and 62 goals scored this season, the Eagles are a force to be reckoned with. Enloe has proven to be especially strong on their home turf, boasting an 11-2-1 record at home. Their defense has been particularly solid, allowing just 14 goals all season, which is one of the best in the state.
New Hanover, on the other hand, brings a 15-8-1 record into this match, with an 8-6 conference record. The Wildcats have been competitive, scoring 53 goals while allowing 33. They have a .646 win percentage overall, with their best performances coming at home (8-3-1) and on the road (7-5). New Hanover will look to continue their strong run as they head into this away game.
Key Players
For Enloe, the offensive attack has been led by a balanced team effort. They have multiple players contributing to their 62 goals, and their defense, anchored by a strong goalkeeper, has been a standout feature of their season.
New Hanover’s offense has been spearheaded by Miles Bickel, who has scored 10 goals this season. The team also relies on the leadership of Deyson Castillo, who has recorded 7 assists. New Hanover will need to rely on their offensive firepower to challenge Enloe’s stingy defense.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced off against several similar opponents this season, but Enloe has had more success. New Hanover and Enloe share a common record against teams like Sanderson and Cardinal Gibbons. Enloe defeated Sanderson 3-0 at home, while New Hanover won a 1-0 road match against them. Against Cardinal Gibbons, Enloe and New Hanover both split results, with New Hanover losing 3-0 away and Enloe winning 2-0 at home.
The Matchup
This matchup is expected to be a thrilling contest, as Enloe‘s high-powered offense faces off against New Hanover‘s dynamic attack. Enloe’s stout defense, however, will be a key factor, with their goals-against average sitting at just 0.7, far superior to New Hanover’s 1.43 goals against average. With home-field advantage, Enloe will look to continue their solid run through the postseason.
The winner of this match will continue their journey toward a potential state championship in the 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships. The game kicks off today at 6 p.m. at Enloe High School, with fans anticipating an exciting and hard-fought contest.
