The Archbishop Hoban (Akron, OH) varsity basketball team will play a neutral non-conference game against Solon (OH) today at 7:30 p.m.

Game Details

• Teams: Solon vs. Archbishop Hoban (AHHS)
• Date: Saturday, January 18, 2025
• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Event: MLK Classic
• Location: Hoover High School
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Solon vs. Archbishop Hoban: A Comprehensive Breakdown of 2024-2025 Basketball Season Performance

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season progresses, two teams from Ohio are turning heads for their impressive performances. Solon and Archbishop Hoban have shown promise and determination, but their paths to success have been distinct, with both clubs posting contrasting records and statistics.

Overall Team Performance

Solon (24-25)
The Solon basketball team has posted an overall record of 5-6, sitting at a solid 4-3 in conference play. While the team’s win percentage stands at .455, their conference win rate is considerably higher at .571, suggesting that they perform better when facing conference rivals. However, Solon has faced challenges on the road, with a 3-4 away record. Despite these setbacks, the team has managed to score an average of 57.6 points per game, with their strongest scoring quarter being the second (15.0 points), followed by a consistent output in the final quarter (15.3 points).

Archbishop Hoban (24-25)
Archbishop Hoban’s performance has been stellar, with an impressive 10-1 overall record, including a perfect 4-0 home record. Their win percentage is an exceptional .909, and their conference record has been flawless at 5-0. In comparison to Solon, Hoban has been more dominant in terms of scoring, with an average of 65.0 points per game. The team’s highest-scoring quarter is the third (19.5 points), demonstrating their ability to close games effectively. Hoban’s well-rounded performance is reflected in their solid defense and offensive consistency across the board.

Scoring and Statistical Breakdown

Solon

• Points per Game: 57.6
• Rebounds per Game: 28.7
• Assists per Game: 16.8
• Steals per Game: 8.9
• Blocks per Game: 3.6

Archbishop Hoban

• Points per Game: 65.0
• Rebounds per Game: 28.7
• Assists per Game: 16.8
• Steals per Game: 8.9
• Blocks per Game: 3.6

When it comes to team statistics, both Solon and Hoban show comparable averages in rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks. The primary difference lies in their offensive output, with Hoban scoring notably higher than Solon, as indicated by their 65.0 points per game. Additionally, while both teams average over 28 rebounds per game, it’s worth noting that the rebounding and defensive metrics for both clubs are fairly similar, underscoring strong performances across these critical categories.

Team Leaders

Solon

• Points per Game: #42 Sam Greer (13.5)
• Rebounds per Game: #42 Sam Greer (8.5)
• Assists per Game: #11 Kenny Scott (6.1)
• Steals per Game: #11 Kenny Scott (3.0)
• Blocks per Game: #42 Sam Greer (1.9)

Archbishop Hoban

• Points per Game: #42 Sam Greer (5.1)
• Rebounds per Game: #42 Sam Greer (2.7)
• Assists per Game: #11 Kenny Scott (1.1)
• Steals per Game: #11 Kenny Scott (0.9)
• Blocks per Game: #42 Sam Greer (0.3)

Both teams rely heavily on the efforts of their respective leaders, with Solon’s Sam Greer emerging as a clear standout, contributing significantly to scoring, rebounds, and blocks. Similarly, Kenny Scott is a crucial playmaker for Solon, leading the team in assists and steals.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced off against common opponents, such as Nordonia and Chaney. Notably, Solon suffered a 70-55 loss to Nordonia on January 3, 2025, while Hoban emerged victorious in their encounter against the same team, winning 57-55 on January 4, 2025. Additionally, both teams will face Chaney in upcoming games, offering potential for future comparisons in performance.

Head-to-Head Record Breakdown

Solon (24-25)

• Overall: 5-6
• Home: 2-2
• Away: 3-4

Archbishop Hoban (24-25)

• Overall: 10-1
• Home: 4-0
• Away: 3-0

As expected, Archbishop Hoban’s performance has been dominant in both home and away games, securing a perfect record at home and an undefeated streak on the road. On the other hand, Solon has struggled to maintain consistency away from home but has performed decently at home.

Conclusion

The upcoming matchups between these two teams promise to be exciting, with Archbishop Hoban bringing an impressive undefeated conference record into the fray. Solon, on the other hand, will look to improve its performance, especially on the road, to make a strong push in the second half of the season. Both teams have standout players, key statistics to build on, and high stakes as they progress through the rest of the 2024-2025 season. Fans of both schools should prepare for thrilling basketball action as these two Ohio teams look to add to their legacies this year.