The Watauga (Boone, NC) varsity soccer team is set to host Ragsdale (Jamestown, NC) in a home playoff match today at 6:00 PM. 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: Ragsdale vs Watauga
When: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Bracket: 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships – 4A
Live stream: Watch here

Team Records & Overview:

• Ragsdale (21-4) enters the match with an overall record of 21-4 and a conference record of 11-3. With a solid win percentage of .840, the team has scored an impressive 132 goals while allowing just 26. They have shown great consistency, especially in non-conference games, where they boast a 9-2 record.
• Watauga (19-3-2), on the other hand, has had a strong season with a record of 19-3-2, including a perfect 10-0 record in conference play. The team has demonstrated resilience both at home and away, with a 9-2 record at home and 10-1-2 on the road. They have scored 92 goals and allowed 30, maintaining a solid defensive presence with a goals-against average of 1.342.

Key Players:

• For Ragsdale, standout players include Owen Justice, who has netted 53 goals and registered 17 assists, making him a key offensive weapon. In goal, Jairo Ledezma has been solid, contributing to the team’s impressive goals-against average.
• Watauga‘s top scorer is Curtis Sevensky, who has scored 16 goals this season, while Ben Myers has added 10 assists. On defense, Jude Jackson has been a key presence in goal with a goals-against average of 1.083.

Scoring Trends:

• Ragsdale has averaged 5.3 goals per game, with strong performances in both the first and second halves of matches. Their offensive firepower has been a significant factor in their success this season.
• Watauga‘s offense has averaged 3.8 goals per game, but they have also been known for their defensive discipline, holding opponents to 30 goals throughout the season. They have had a strong second half of the season, including a dominant stretch at home.

Head-to-Head:

• Both teams have played against some common opponents, with Ragsdale posting a 1-1 record against teams Watauga has also faced. Notably, Ragsdale lost to West Forsyth (3-0) on September 13th, while Watauga had a 3-3 draw and a 4-1 loss against them on August 19th and September 21st, respectively.

Record Breakdown:

• Ragsdale has been particularly strong at home with a 10-2 record, while Watauga has been dominant at home with a 9-2 record. Both teams have shown their strength in conference play, with Watauga boasting an undefeated 10-0 record in conference matchups, while Ragsdale is 11-3 in conference games.
• In the playoffs, both teams have a strong track record, with Ragsdale having a 1-0 playoff record and Watauga also winning their only playoff match so far.

This 2024 NCHSAA Men’s Soccer Championships – 4A playoff match between Ragsdale and Watauga is shaping up to be a hard-fought contest, with both teams possessing strong offensive and defensive units. Fans can expect an exciting game as the teams battle for a chance to advance further in the tournament.