On Tuesday, November 12, 2024, the St. Augustine Prep Hermits (14-0) from Richland, NJ, will face off against the Notre Dame Irish (16-4) from Lawrenceville, NJ, in a neutral-site playoff match. This game is part of the 2024 New Jersey High School Boys Soccer Playoff Brackets for the NJSIAA South Jersey Non-Public A tournament.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: New Jersey High School Soccer Playoffs
Who: St. Augustine Prep vs Notre Dame
When: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: TBD
Bracket: 2024 New Jersey High School Boys Soccer Playoff Brackets: NJSIAA – South Jersey Non-Public A
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Game preview: St. Augustine Prep vs Notre Dame

As we head into the latter stages of the season, two prominent teams from New Jersey, Notre Dame and St. Augustine Prep, have stood out with their impressive records. Here’s a deeper look into their rankings, performances, and head-to-head comparisons.

Notre Dame (24-25) Overview

Ranked 769 nationally, 41st in New Jersey, and 4th in their division, Notre Dame boasts a strong overall record of 16-4. Their success has been reflected in their balanced performance across all settings: at home, away, and neutral venues.

Key Stats for Notre Dame:

• Overall Record: 16-4
• League Record: 7-3
• Home Record: 9-1
• Away Record: 6-3
• Neutral Record: 1-0
• Win Percentage: .800
• League Win Percentage: .700
• Goals For (GF): 83
• Goals Against (GA): 13

Notre Dame’s scoring average is particularly impressive with a total of 4.2 goals per game, a testament to their offensive prowess. Their defense has also been a key strength, allowing only 13 goals over the course of their season.

St. Augustine Prep (24-25) Overview

St. Augustine Prep has been even more dominant, with a perfect 14-0 record this season. Ranked 285th nationally, 12th in New Jersey, and 1st in their division, the team has been a powerhouse both within their league and beyond.

Key Stats for St. Augustine Prep:

• Overall Record: 14-0
• League Record: 8-0
• Home Record: 6-0
• Away Record: 7-0
• Neutral Record: 1-0
• Win Percentage: 1.000
• League Win Percentage: 1.000
• Goals For (GF): 50
• Goals Against (GA): 9

St. Augustine’s defense has been just as impressive as their offense, allowing only 9 goals throughout their undefeated season. Their average of 3.6 goals per game shows that they can dominate offensively, even without needing to score as frequently as their rivals.

Head-to-Head Record

Although these two teams have not yet met this season, their respective records and strengths make a potential matchup highly anticipated. Both teams have excelled within their leagues, with Notre Dame posting a 7-3 league record and St. Augustine achieving a perfect 8-0.

Breakdown by Location:

• Home Games:
  • Notre Dame: 9-1
  • St. Augustine Prep: 6-0
• Away Games:
  • Notre Dame: 6-3
  • St. Augustine Prep: 7-0
• Neutral Site Games:
  • Notre Dame: 1-0
  • St. Augustine Prep: 1-0

Both teams have shown their ability to perform in different environments, with Notre Dame showing particular dominance at home and St. Augustine Prep maintaining an undefeated record both at home and away.

Playoff Performance

In terms of playoff appearances, both teams have been strong contenders:

• Notre Dame: 2-0 in the playoffs
• St. Augustine Prep: 1-0 in the playoffs

While both teams have fared well in the postseason, St. Augustine’s unblemished record this year indicates their readiness to continue their dominance.

Conclusion

As the season progresses, these two teams stand as the pinnacle of New Jersey high school sports. Notre Dame has proven their excellence both in league play and beyond, with a particularly strong offense and defense. Meanwhile, St. Augustine Prep remains undefeated, showing unmatched consistency across all aspects of their game. While a head-to-head matchup between the two is yet to happen, their current trajectories suggest it would be a thrilling and competitive contest.