The Randolph (NJ) varsity ice hockey team will host Ramapo (Franklin Lakes, NJ) in a home tournament game today at 7:00 PM.

Matchup Details:

• Ramapo vs Randolph Ice Hockey Game
• Date: Friday, December 27, 2024, at 7:00 PM
• Event: Ice Vault Christmas Tournament
• Location: Randolph, NJ
• Live stream: Watch Here

Ramapo and Randolph: A Deep Dive into Their 2024-2025 Seasons

As the 2024-2025 hockey season continues, Ramapo and Randolph have both made their marks in the competitive National NJ league. These two teams, with distinct strengths and contrasting records, are vying for supremacy in their region. Let’s take a closer look at their current performance, team stats, and key players as they move through the season.

Record Overview

Ramapo (24-25)
With an impressive 5-2 overall record, Ramapo stands strong in the National NJ division. Their league performance is perfect, boasting a 2-0 record, while their non-league play has been a bit more challenging with a 3-2 record. Ramapo has shown resilience, with a solid 3-0 home record and a .714 win percentage. Their strong defense and quick transitions have earned them a notable goal difference (GF 27, GA 8), highlighting their efficiency on both ends of the rink.

Randolph (24-25)
Randolph has also shown considerable promise this season, posting a 3-2 overall record and a 3-1 league performance. Their home record (0-2) needs improvement, but Randolph has been dominant in away games, securing a 3-0 record on the road. With a .600 win percentage and a league record of .750, they are firmly in the hunt for the top spots. Their offense has been potent, scoring 29 goals and allowing 11, showing an aggressive style of play.

Team Scoring Averages

When it comes to scoring, both teams have had strong performances in the final period of games.

• Ramapo has been particularly effective in the third period, averaging a strong 3.9 goals per game. However, they have struggled in the first two periods, failing to put points on the board early in games.
• Randolph has a balanced scoring approach, putting up 1.3 goals in the first period, 1.0 in the second, and 1.3 in the third. Their final-period average of 5.8 goals shows a high-scoring finish, making them a dangerous team to face in the later stages of games.

Team Stat Comparison

Ramapo and Randolph’s statistical comparison highlights where each team excels and where improvements are needed:

• Ramapo has scored 29 goals this season and has an impressive goals-against average (GAA) of 2.3. Their defense has been a standout, with goaltender Zack Levesque keeping the opposition in check.
• Randolph, on the other hand, has netted 29 goals and has racked up 41 assists, showing a well-rounded offensive game. Their GAA of 4.8 indicates that their defense is an area of concern, as they allow significantly more goals compared to their opponents.

Key Players

Ramapo

• Vincent Crisafulli has been a standout for Ramapo, leading the team in both goals (5) and assists (7), and playing a central role in their offensive success. He’s currently one of the top players in the league and a key asset for the team.

Randolph

• Vincent Crisafulli may also be a key player for Randolph, but his counterpart for the team, Zack Levesque, has been solid in goal, posting a goals-against average of 2.3. This performance sets a strong foundation for Randolph’s continued success as the season progresses.

Common Opponents and Record Breakdown

While the two teams have not yet faced each other this season, both have some common opponents. Notably, both will face Ridge, with Ramapo hosting them on 12/29/24 and Randolph welcoming them on 1/31/25. These matchups could provide a clearer picture of how the two teams stack up against each other, especially considering Ridge’s competitive nature in the league.

Record Breakdown by Category:

• Overall:
  • Ramapo: 5-2
  • Randolph: 3-2
• League:
  • Ramapo: 2-0
  • Randolph: 3-1
• Home:
  • Ramapo: 3-0
  • Randolph: 0-2
• Away:
  • Ramapo: 2-2
  • Randolph: 3-0
• Non-League:
  • Ramapo: 3-2
  • Randolph: 0-1

Conclusion

With solid performances on both sides, Ramapo and Randolph are positioned well for the rest of the season. Ramapo’s strength lies in its defense and home advantage, while Randolph will look to continue their dominance on the road. With dynamic players like Vincent Crisafulli and solid goaltending, both teams will be exciting to follow as they face off against common opponents and each other later in the season. It’s shaping up to be an intriguing contest for supremacy in the National NJ league.