Harwood’s recent run is built on control. The report says the team has allowed only one goal across its last six matches, a record that will face one of the state’s strongest defensive stretches.
North Country’s five-game shutout run gives the matchup a clear shape: Harwood’s perfect record against North Country’s resilience. With both teams positioned near the top of the Capital Division, the result could carry importance beyond the regular-season table.
The report lists defending Division I champion Champlain Valley Union as the state’s top-ranked team, with a 5-2-1 record. After a 2-0 defeat away to St. Johnsbury, CVU has responded with three consecutive Metro wins.
A tactical adjustment has also featured in that recovery. Ellianna Antonucci reportedly moved from defense into midfield, helping CVU manage matches more effectively.
Essex, ranked sixth, visits CVU with three straight wins and a 4-3-1 record. Their previous meeting went to extra time, with Champlain Valley winning 2-1, giving the rematch an added edge.
Mount Mansfield moved from third to second after narrow away wins over Burlington and St. Johnsbury. St. Johnsbury remains third, while Burr and Burton sits fourth after scoring 28 goals in 10 matches and recording four straight clean sheets.
The report also places Vergennes in the top 10 after six consecutive victories, during which it outscored opponents 35-3.
The next storyline comes quickly: Burlington visits St. Johnsbury on October 3, Mount Mansfield travels to Burr and Burton, and CVU faces Burr and Burton on October 6.