The West Fargo (ND) varsity ice hockey team will host a non-conference game against Marshall (MN) today at 7 p.m.
Here’s what you need Ice Hockey to know:
What: North Dakota High School Ice Hockey
Who: West Fargo (ND) vs Marshall (MN)
When: Friday, December 27, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here
Team Comparison: Marshall vs. West Fargo (2024-2025)
As the 2024-2025 season progresses, let’s take a closer look at the performance of two teams: Marshall and West Fargo. Analyzing their rankings, records, and team statistics offers insight into how both teams are faring.
Overall Rankings and Records
Marshall currently stands at 632 nationally and 88 in its class, with an overall record of 1-6. Despite having a challenging season, their performance in the conference has been slightly better, with a 1-1 record. However, Marshall struggles on the road, with a 0-5 record in away games. They have scored 19 goals but allowed 37, resulting in a win percentage of .143 and a conference win percentage of .500.
On the other hand, West Fargo is ranked 359 nationally and 6th in its state. Their overall record is a more favorable 3-3, with a perfect 2-0 record in district play. They have performed evenly at home and away, with a 1-1 record in home games and a 2-2 record in away games. West Fargo’s goals scored stand at 28, while they’ve allowed 33, bringing their overall win percentage to .500 and an impressive district win percentage of 1.000.
Scoring Averages
In terms of offensive performance, West Fargo leads the way with an average of 4.7 goals per game. Marshall, in contrast, has struggled to put up points, averaging only 2.7 goals per game. This scoring differential highlights West Fargo’s stronger offensive production, which may explain their more competitive overall record.
Breakdown of Performance by Type of Game
Looking at the breakdown of their performances by various categories gives us further insight into how each team has fared in different scenarios:
- Overall Record: Marshall has an overall record of 1-6, while West Fargo is at 3-3. This reflects Marshall’s struggles in comparison to West Fargo’s more balanced performance.
- League Play: Both teams have managed to win 1 game in league play, but Marshall has a losing record of 1-1, while West Fargo’s 2-0 record in district play shows a stronger performance in their league matches.
- Non-League Play: Marshall’s 0-5 record in non-league games contrasts sharply with West Fargo’s even 1-3, which shows that Marshall has struggled significantly outside of conference play.
- Home vs. Away: Marshall and West Fargo both have identical 1-1 records in home games. However, Marshall’s record on the road is notably poor, with a 0-5 mark, while West Fargo has a more balanced 2-2 record away from home.
- In-State vs. Out-of-State: Marshall has a 1-6 in-state record, while West Fargo is 3-3. Both teams have yet to play any out-of-state games.
Conclusion
While Marshall faces an uphill battle with a low win percentage and struggles both at home and away, West Fargo has shown more promise. Their strong district performance, coupled with a more balanced record both at home and away, puts them in a better position as the season progresses. Marshall will need to address their road performance and boost their scoring if they hope to improve on their current standings. Meanwhile, West Fargo will look to continue their solid play and aim for further success in both district and non-district games.
