The final standings for high school boys soccer have been announced, marking the conclusion of an exciting 2023 season. Teams across various divisions have showcased their skills, culminating in impressive records and standout performances.
Division Standings Overview
In the CVC Colonial Division, the top team is Notre Dame, boasting a record of 17 wins, 2 losses, and 2 ties, earning a total of 13 points. Close behind is Princeton, also with 16 wins, 4 losses, and 2 ties, matching Notre Dame’s points total. Other notable teams in this division include Robbinsville with a record of 17 wins, 8 losses, and 1 tie, and Steinert, finishing with 12 wins and 8 losses.
The Valley Division saw Trenton dominate with a perfect record of 6 wins and no losses, amassing 12 points. Following them were WW-P South with 5 wins, 1 loss, and Hightstown with 4 wins and 2 losses.
In the BCSL Liberty Division, Cinnaminson claimed the top spot with 12 wins, 5 losses, and 2 ties, while No. Burlington finished with 14 wins, 6 losses, and 1 tie.
The Patriot Division was led by Bordentown, which maintained an undefeated record of 16 wins, 4 losses, and 2 ties. Palmyra and Florence also performed well, finishing with strong records.
In the Freedom Division, Westampton Tech matched Bordentown’s undefeated status, finishing with 16 wins and 5 losses.
Finally, the Independence Division showcased a competitive landscape with teams like Medford Tech, Thrive Charter, and Doane Academy, all sharing the title with records of 6 wins, 2 losses, and 2 ties.
Top Performers and Statistics
Individual players stood out this season, particularly in goal-scoring and assists. Nico Mathews of Robbinsville led the CVC with an impressive 24 goals, followed by Matthew Addai from Pennington with 22 goals, and Adolphus Temeh from Thrive Charter with 23 goals.
In terms of assists, Raul Sepulveda from Lawrence led the CVC division with 18 assists, showcasing his ability to create scoring opportunities for his teammates. Following closely were Nico Mathews with 14 assists and Landon Hoenisch from Notre Dame with 13 assists.
The season also highlighted exceptional defensive performances. Goalkeepers like Anthony Merluse and Jack Wright from Notre Dame recorded a remarkable 14 shutouts each, demonstrating their skills in goalkeeping.
As the dust settles on the 2023 high school boys soccer season, teams and players will reflect on their achievements and look forward to next season’s challenges. The competitive spirit displayed throughout the divisions promises exciting matches ahead for soccer enthusiasts.
