The Randolph (NJ) varsity ice hockey team will play a home non-conference game against St. Joseph Regional (Montvale, NJ) today at 5:45 PM.

St. Joseph Regional vs Randolph Ice Hockey Game Info:

What: New Jersey Varsity Boys Ice Hockey
Who: St. Joseph Regional vs Randolph
When: Friday, January 3, 2025
Time: 5:45 PM
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: St. Joseph Regional vs Randolph

The 2024-2025 Varsity Boys Ice Hockey season is off to an exciting start for both St. Joseph Regional and Randolph, two teams competing in the National NJ league. With impressive records and standout performances, both teams have showcased their talent and determination. Here’s a breakdown of their current performance and comparison:

St. Joseph Regional (5-1 Record)

St. Joseph Regional’s ice hockey team has had a strong start to their season, posting an overall record of 5-1. Their performance at home has been solid with a 2-1 record, but it’s their undefeated away record (3-0) that stands out. This perfect road performance places them in a prime position for further success in the league.

Team Scoring:

• Goals per Game: 3.8
• Goals Scored (GF): 23
• Goals Allowed (GA): 11
• Goals Against Average (GAA): 2.3

With an average of 3.8 goals per game, St. Joseph has proven to be an offensive force. Their defense has also held strong, allowing just 11 goals over 6 games, leading to a solid goals-against average of 2.3.

Key Player:

• #22 Shane Melly (6 goals) has been a standout on offense for St. Joseph, contributing heavily to their goal tally this season.
• #10 Vincent Crisafulli (7 assists) has been a key playmaker, assisting his teammates in converting opportunities into goals.

St. Joseph’s team looks well-rounded, with a defense led by #30 Quincy Mitchell, who boasts a solid GAA of 2.3, keeping the opponents at bay.

Randolph (4-3 Record)

Randolph’s 4-3 overall record shows promise, but they’ve faced a few more challenges compared to St. Joseph Regional. The team has a strong league record of 3-1, but their away record (1-3) indicates a need for improvement in road games. Randolph has been more reliant on offense, averaging 4.6 goals per game, which is slightly higher than St. Joseph Regional’s average.

Team Scoring:

• Goals per Game: 4.6
• Goals Scored (GF): 32
• Goals Allowed (GA): 16
• Goals Against Average (GAA): 2.8

Randolph’s offense has been highly productive with 32 goals scored in 7 games, while their defense has allowed 16 goals, giving them a GAA of 2.8.

Key Player:

• #10 Vincent Crisafulli (7 assists) leads in assists for Randolph, helping his team create scoring opportunities.
• #22 Shane Melly (6 goals) remains a strong offensive threat for Randolph as well, making the game competitive against their opponents.

Common Opponents and Head-to-Head Comparison

Both teams have faced common opponents during the season, but it’s St. Joseph Regional that has a slightly better record. They have not yet played Morristown-Beard, while Randolph lost a close match to them (5-4) on December 18, 2024. The upcoming game between St. Joseph and Morristown-Beard on January 13, 2025, will be a crucial test for St. Joseph, as Randolph will face them again on January 15, 2025.

Record Breakdown

• St. Joseph Regional:
  • Overall Record: 5-1
  • Home Record: 2-1
  • Away Record: 3-0
  • Non-League Record: 5-1
  • In-State Record: 4-1
  • Out-of-State Record: 1-0
• Randolph:
  • Overall Record: 4-3
  • Home Record: 1-3
  • Away Record: 3-0
  • Non-League Record: 0-1
  • In-State Record: 4-3
  • Out-of-State Record: 0-0

Looking Ahead

Both St. Joseph Regional and Randolph have had impressive performances so far this season. With St. Joseph boasting an undefeated away record and Randolph showing a potent offense, the competition between these two teams will continue to heat up as the season progresses. As they continue to battle against both common and new opponents, expect more thrilling matches that will define their seasons and shape their standings in the league.

As of now, St. Joseph Regional holds the edge with their higher win percentage and better defensive stats, but Randolph’s explosive offense and strong league performance could turn the tide as the season advances. With key games ahead, the Varsity Boys Ice Hockey season promises to deliver intense action and thrilling hockey.