The 1 of 1 Academy (Indian Trail, NC) varsity basketball team will face Blue Ridge (St. George, VA) in a neutral non-conference matchup today at 8 PM.

Here’s what you need Basketball to know:

What: North Carolina High School Basketball
Who: 1 of 1 Academy vs Blue Ridge
When: Friday, January 3, 2025
Time: 8:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Comparing Top High School Basketball Teams: Blue Ridge vs. 1 of 1 Academy

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season progresses, two teams have emerged as standout performers: Blue Ridge and 1 of 1 Academy. Both schools have demonstrated remarkable dominance on the court, making their upcoming clash highly anticipated. Here’s a deep dive into their rankings, statistics, and team performances.

Team Overview

Blue Ridge (Virginia) – Record: 14-0 (Overall), 3-0 (Region)
Blue Ridge has maintained an unbeaten record with an impressive 14-0 season so far. This includes a perfect record in both region play (3-0) and non-league games (11-0). Their overall performance reflects an outstanding offense and defense, highlighted by their 963 points scored and 718 points allowed.

1 of 1 Academy (North Carolina) – Record: 15-2 (Overall)
1 of 1 Academy boasts a 15-2 overall record, including an impressive 10-2 record in neutral-site games and 1-0 in home games. Their strong offensive performance has been a key factor, scoring 1,275 points this season while allowing 1,082 points.

Team Scoring Averages

Blue Ridge:

• Points Per Game (PPG): 68.8
• Q1: 17.5
• Q2: 16.0
• Q3: 14.8
• Q4: 16.6

1 of 1 Academy:

• Points Per Game (PPG): 75.0
• Q1: 17.5
• Q2: 19.3
• Q3: 14.8
• Q4: 16.5

Both teams score heavily, with Blue Ridge averaging 68.8 points per game and 1 of 1 Academy surpassing that with 75.0 PPG. Notably, 1 of 1 Academy excels in the second quarter, scoring 19.3 points, which could be crucial in establishing momentum early in the game.

Key Stats Comparison

Looking at the statistical categories, both teams are strong all-around, but they differ in certain areas:

Blue Ridge dominates in rebounding with an average of 36.6 rebounds per game compared to 1 of 1 Academy’s 28.3. This rebounding advantage provides Blue Ridge with extra opportunities on offense and stifles opponents’ second-chance points.

Team Leaders

The individual performances from both teams have been outstanding, with a few players standing out:

Blue Ridge:

• Dreylan Creasy-Quirindoongo: 17.5 PPG (Points Per Game)
• Jonathon Robinson: 4.9 RPG (Rebounds Per Game)
• Austin Agosto Navarro: 4.4 APG (Assists Per Game)
• D’Myo Hunter: 2.2 SPG (Steals Per Game)
• Kosi Mgbejiofer: 2.0 BPG (Blocks Per Game)

1 of 1 Academy:

• LJ Rush: 14.0 PPG, 10.4 RPG, 3.5 APG, 2.2 SPG
• Gevonte Ware: 10.4 RPG
• Bryson Cowan: 1.2 BPG

The standout player for 1 of 1 Academy is LJ Rush, who contributes across all major statistical categories: 14.0 PPG, 10.4 RPG, and 3.5 APG. For Blue Ridge, Dreylan Creasy-Quirindoongo leads in scoring, and Jonathon Robinson provides strong rebounding.

Common Opponents

Both teams will face Miller School of Albemarle in their upcoming schedules. This common opponent will serve as a useful gauge of how the teams perform in similar matchups, as both Blue Ridge and 1 of 1 Academy have yet to face each other in head-to-head competition.

• Blue Ridge will play Miller School on January 8, 2025.
• 1 of 1 Academy will host Miller School on January 4, 2025.

Record Breakdown

Blue Ridge:

• 14-0 Overall
• 3-0 Region
• 4-0 Home, 3-0 Away, 7-0 Neutral
• 7-0 Out-of-State

1 of 1 Academy:

• 15-2 Overall
• 1-0 Home, 4-0 Away, 10-2 Neutral
• 7-2 Out-of-State

Conclusion

Both Blue Ridge and 1 of 1 Academy are among the top high school basketball teams this season, showcasing talent, resilience, and depth. Blue Ridge has dominated with strong defense and rebounding, while 1 of 1 Academy excels in offense, particularly with the play of LJ Rush. Fans should be eagerly awaiting when these two powerhouse teams face off in what promises to be an intense and thrilling matchup.