The Novi (MI) varsity ice hockey team will host a non-conference game against Skyline (Ann Arbor, MI) on Saturday, January 11, at 7 p.m.
Novi vs Skyline Ice Hockey Game Info:
What: Michigan High School Ice Hockey
Who: Novi vs Skyline
When: Saturday, December 11, 2025
Time: 7 PM
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Game preview: Novi vs Skyline
As we dive into the 2024-2025 season, let’s take a closer look at two key teams: Skyline and Novi. Both have had their ups and downs, but their performances offer an intriguing contrast.
Skyline’s Record and Performance
Skyline enters the season with an overall record of 4-5, showing a mixed bag of results. Their home record stands at 1-1, and their away performance is slightly weaker at 3-4. With a win percentage of .444, they have struggled to keep up in certain matchups, particularly on the road. Despite this, they have managed to score 31 goals (GF) and allowed 35 goals (GA), showcasing both their offensive potential and some vulnerability defensively. Skyline’s scoring averages are modest, with an average of 3.0 in the first period, 1.0 in the second, and no goals in the third, while their final period has been a slight improvement at 3.4. They’ve yet to feature in any neutral or playoff games this season.
Novi’s Stronger Record
Novi, on the other hand, has had a significantly more successful campaign, with a record of 9-4-1. They’ve been dominant in their league, holding a solid 2-1 record, and their overall performance is impressive with a .679 win percentage. On the road, Novi has fared well with a 5-3 record, while their home record stands at 4-1-1, showing their strength on their own turf. Novi’s offense has been more potent, scoring 75 goals (GF) and conceding just 36 (GA), reflecting their balanced play on both ends of the ice. Their scoring averages are well distributed, with 1.6 in the first period, 1.0 in the second, and a solid 1.8 in the third, making them particularly dangerous in the final stretch of the game. Their final period scoring is strong at 5.4, and they have a solid shootout record of 2.0.
Comparing the Teams’ Scoring Breakdown
In terms of scoring, Skyline has shown a drop in production during the middle stages of the game but tends to pull it together in the final period, whereas Novi’s offensive consistency throughout the game helps them maintain pressure and close out games effectively. Both teams seem capable of scoring but have differing patterns in their goal-scoring averages and overall production.
Looking Ahead
Skyline faces an uphill battle this season, especially in away games, but they have the potential to bounce back with strong performances in the remaining matchups. Novi, conversely, looks to maintain its momentum with a balanced and aggressive playstyle, positioning itself as one of the more formidable teams in their league.
Overall, Novi’s stronger record and consistency give them the edge over Skyline in this head-to-head comparison, but Skyline will be looking to upset the balance as the season progresses. With playoffs on the horizon, both teams will be striving to improve their records and position for a chance at the postseason.
