The Great Valley (Malvern, PA) varsity soccer team will play a neutral-site playoff match against Parkland (Allentown, PA) today at 8:00 PM at Exeter Township High School in Reading. This game is part of the 2024 PIAA Boys Soccer Championships – 4A Boys Championship tournament.

Parkland vs Great Valley Soccer Match Info:

What: Pennsylvania High School Soccer
Who: Parkland vs Great Valley
When: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: 8:00 p.m.
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Game preview: Parkland vs Great Valley

As the season progresses, the Parkland and Great Valley soccer teams have shown impressive performances, each with a strong record. Let’s dive into their stats, performances, and a breakdown of their head-to-head matchups, setting the stage for what could be an exciting match in the future.

Parkland Soccer (24-25 Season)

• Overall Record: 24-2
• Conference Record: 17-0 (Perfect in Conference Play)
• Home Record: 10-1
• Away Record: 9-0
• Neutral Record: 5-1
• Win Percentage: .923
• Conference Win Percentage: 1.000
• Goals Scored (GF): 83
• Goals Against (GA): 13

Parkland has had a dominant season, with a remarkable 24-2 overall record and an undefeated 17-0 conference record. Their defensive play has been stellar, allowing just 13 goals across the season. Their ability to score is also evident, with 83 goals, averaging 3.2 goals per game. Key players like Evan Sprunk, who leads with 18 goals, and Kyle Tobia, who has contributed 8 assists, have helped Parkland maintain a powerful offensive presence.

Great Valley Soccer (24-25 Season)

• Overall Record: 17-6-2
• Conference Record: 4-0-1
• Home Record: 9-2-1
• Away Record: 7-4-1
• Neutral Record: 1-0
• Win Percentage: .720
• Conference Win Percentage: .900
• Goals Scored (GF): 67
• Goals Against (GA): 34

Great Valley has had a solid season with a 17-6-2 record, including a respectable conference performance of 4-0-1. While their defense has given up 34 goals, they’ve managed to keep up offensively with 67 goals. Jack Weikert has been a key player, with 16 goals leading the team’s offense, and Jose Castillo has been a reliable goalkeeper, posting a solid 2.268 goals against average (GAA). Great Valley has shown resilience, particularly in close matches.

Team Comparison: Scoring and Defensive Averages

Looking at the overall statistics, Parkland outperforms Great Valley in several key areas:

• Goals Scored: Parkland 82 vs. Great Valley 66
• Assists: Parkland 65 vs. Great Valley 1 (a discrepancy worth noting, as this may suggest either an unusual reporting issue or significant discrepancy in recorded assists)
• Goals Against Average: Parkland 0.269 vs. Great Valley 0.163 (Parkland’s superior defense is evident here, although this statistic suggests a miscommunication or error since both teams allow significant goals).

Key Players and Leaders

• Parkland:
  • Evan Sprunk (18 goals) leads the team in scoring, while Kyle Tobia (8 assists) provides essential playmaking.
  • Matthew Feiller, with a remarkable goals-against average of 0.269, has been outstanding between the posts.
• Great Valley:
  • Jack Weikert (16 goals) is the offensive leader.
  • Jose Castillo has been impressive with a solid goals-against average of 2.268, keeping his team competitive in tough matches.

Head-to-Head Breakdown and Common Opponents

Both teams share a 1-1 record against common opponents, showing that despite their contrasting records, they both perform similarly when facing shared competition.

• Against Conestoga: Both teams faced off against Conestoga, with Parkland losing 1-0 at home and Great Valley falling 2-0.
• Against Phoenixville: Parkland won 2-0, while Great Valley claimed a 2-1 victory.

Record Breakdown and Performance Insights

Parkland’s overall performance has been impressive, with a stellar 24-2 record and strong showings both at home and away. Their offense is firing on all cylinders, and their defense remains rock solid. In contrast, Great Valley has had a solid, yet more mixed season. Their conference record remains excellent, but their overall performance is more varied.

• Home Record: Parkland 10-1 vs. Great Valley 9-2-1
• Away Record: Parkland 9-0 vs. Great Valley 7-4-1
• Neutral Record: Parkland 5-1 vs. Great Valley 1-0

This overall comparison shows that while Parkland has been dominant, particularly in away games, Great Valley has held its own with strong performances on their home turf and in neutral-site games.

Conclusion

The matchup between Parkland and Great Valley promises to be an exciting one, especially considering their strong performances in the 2024-2025 season. While Parkland has the edge with a perfect conference record and a formidable offense, Great Valley’s resilience and experienced players, especially in tough matchups, make them a team to watch. Whether the game takes place at Parkland, Great Valley, or a neutral site, it’s sure to be an exciting contest between two high-performing teams.