Pope John and Oratory Prep Battle to 2-2 Tie in Thrilling Hockey Match
UPDATE: In a gripping boys’ ice hockey showdown, Pope John, ranked No. 11 in the NJ.com Top 20, battled back from a two-goal deficit to secure a 2-2 tie against Oratory Prep on January 3, 2026. The match unfolded at 5:45 PM, showcasing a fierce competition that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Oratory Prep opened the scoring in the second period, with Will Mazzei netting the first goal, quickly followed by a power play goal from Henry Zahn, pushing the lead to 2-0. However, Pope John’s resilience shone through in the third period. Michael Perry scored twice, leveling the game at 2-2 and forcing overtime.
Despite both teams’ efforts in the overtime period, neither could clinch a victory, leading to the tie. With this result, Pope John now holds a record of 3-1-2, while Oratory Prep stands at 6-3-1.
As the season progresses, both teams will look to build on this hard-fought match. Fans and players alike will be eager to see how this tie impacts their standings in the league.
Stay tuned for further updates as we continue to cover the latest developments in high school sports across New Jersey.
