The St. Benedict’s Prep varsity soccer team (Newark, NJ) faces The Pingry School (Martinsville, NJ) in a neutral-site playoff match today. This game is part of the “2024 New Jersey High School Boys Soccer Playoff Brackets: NJSIAA Non-Public A Tournament.”

St. Benedict’s Prep vs Pingry School Game Info:

What: New Jersey High School Soccer Playoffs
Who: St. Benedict’s Prep vs Pingry School
When: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Time: In Progress
Bracket: 2024 New Jersey High School Boys Soccer Playoff Brackets: NJSIAA – NJSIAA Non-Public A Tournament
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Game preview: St. Benedict’s Prep vs Pingry School

Today’s neutral playoff match between The Pingry School and St. Benedict’s Prep promises to be an exciting clash between two of New Jersey’s top high school soccer teams. Both teams have had stellar seasons, but St. Benedict’s Prep enters the match as the overwhelming favorite, boasting an undefeated record.

Team Profiles

St. Benedict’s Prep (19-0)

• National Rank: 3
• NJ Rank: 1
• Win Percentage: 1.000
• Goals For (GF): 113
• Goals Against (GA): 8
• Key Stat: Averaging 5.9 goals per game, St. Benedict’s has been a dominant force on both ends of the field.

The Pingry School (14-3)

• National Rank: 53
• NJ Rank: 3
• Win Percentage: .824
• Goals For (GF): 68
• Goals Against (GA): 22
• Key Stat: Pingry has demonstrated resilience, with a balanced scoring and defensive approach, though they face a daunting challenge in St. Benedict’s.

Previous Meeting
The two teams faced off on October 1st, with St. Benedict’s securing a commanding 7-2 victory on Pingry’s home turf. St. Benedict’s showcased their attacking firepower, scoring five goals in the second half to seal the game. Pingry will need to address defensive gaps and capitalize on opportunities to close the gap in today’s rematch.

Scoring Trends

• St. Benedict’s Prep: Known for starting strong, they average 3.4 goals in the first half and 3.6 in the second.
• The Pingry School: A slower-paced team, Pingry averages 1.0 goal per half, which underscores the need to boost offensive production to keep up with their opponent.

Common Opponents
Against common foes, both teams have excelled:

• Newark Academy: Both teams won by identical 3-0 scores.
• Hun School: St. Benedict’s dominated 5-0, while Pingry has yet to play this opponent this season.

What’s at Stake
This playoff match represents more than just advancing in the postseason. For Pingry, it’s an opportunity to redeem their earlier loss and prove their standing against one of the nation’s best teams. For St. Benedict’s, it’s a chance to maintain their perfect record and continue their march toward a state title.

Prediction
While The Pingry School has had a commendable season, St. Benedict’s Prep’s offensive firepower and defensive discipline give them a clear edge. If Pingry can disrupt their rhythm early and capitalize on scoring chances, they may stand a chance. Otherwise, expect another dominant performance from the Newark powerhouse.

Stay tuned for what promises to be a thrilling playoff showdown!