The Atlantic Christian varsity basketball team (Egg Harbor Township, NJ) is hosting a non-conference game against Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (Philadelphia, PA) today at 5:30 PM.

Here’s what you need Basketball to know:

What: Pennsylvania High School Basketball
Who: Atlantic Christian vs Springside Chestnut Hill Academy
When: Saturday, December 28, 2024,
Time: 5:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

High School Basketball Showdown: A Detailed Comparison of Springside Chestnut Hill Academy and Atlantic Christian

As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, two standout teams, Springside Chestnut Hill Academy (SCHA) and Atlantic Christian, have been making waves on the court. Let’s dive into their records, stats, and head-to-head performance to analyze how they stack up.

Overall Performance

SCHA (24-25 Season Record: 13-1)
SCHA has been dominant this season with an impressive 13-1 overall record, boasting a .929 win percentage. Their success is particularly notable at home, where they are undefeated with a 5-0 record. On the road, they’ve posted a solid 6-1 mark, while also performing well in neutral-site games with a 2-0 record.

Atlantic Christian (24-25 Season Record: 8-5)
In contrast, Atlantic Christian holds an 8-5 overall record with a .615 win percentage. Their league performance has been stellar at 1-0, but they’ve faced more struggles on the road with a 2-3 record, while their home record stands at 4-1. They have managed to perform well in neutral settings, posting a 2-1 record.

Scoring and Game Breakdown

SCHA Scoring Average (65.2 PPG)
SCHA’s offense has been highly efficient, averaging 65.2 points per game (PPG). Their scoring distribution is balanced throughout the game, with 16.0 points in the first quarter, 14.3 in the second, and 17.0 and 16.7 in the third and fourth quarters, respectively. Even in overtime, they’ve managed to keep the pressure on with 12.0 points per game.

Atlantic Christian Scoring Average (56.8 PPG)
Atlantic Christian scores an average of 56.8 points per game, slightly behind SCHA. They have a strong first half, averaging 15.0 points in the first quarter and 18.0 in the second quarter. However, their performance dips in the third (15.0) and fourth quarters (14.0), showing a tendency to struggle in the final minutes of games.

Team Stat Comparison

When comparing both teams’ overall stats:

• Points Per Game: SCHA leads with 65.2 PPG, significantly higher than Atlantic Christian’s 56.8.
• Rebounds Per Game: SCHA also dominates on the boards, averaging 26.2 rebounds per game, compared to Atlantic Christian’s 26.2.
• Assists Per Game: The assist department is led by SCHA’s Ethan Costello with 3.9 per game.
• Steals Per Game: SCHA’s Jayden Sanchez averages 2.0 steals per game, showing his defensive prowess.
• Blocks Per Game: SCHA’s Judah Dawkins averages 2.0 blocks per game, helping to protect the rim.

Key Players

SCHA’s Standouts:

• Noah Stokes has been the standout scorer for SCHA, averaging 19.3 points per game and 7.3 rebounds per game, leading the team in both categories.
• Ethan Costello, a playmaker for SCHA, contributes significantly with 3.9 assists per game, helping orchestrate the team’s offense.
• Jayden Sanchez has been key defensively with 2.0 steals per game.
• Judah Dawkins leads the team in blocks, averaging 2.0 per game.

Atlantic Christian’s Key Players:

• Atlantic Christian’s standout player is Isaiah Johnson, who averages 15.2 points per game.
• Chris Taylor contributes with 5.8 rebounds per game, and James Thomas is crucial for the team’s ball movement, averaging 4.2 assists per game.

Head-to-Head Performance

Both teams have faced common opponents this season, and here’s how they’ve fared:

• Common Opponents Record:
  • SCHA: 2-0
  • Atlantic Christian: 1-1

SCHA vs. Friends’ Central (11/22/24): SCHA came out on top, winning 61-54 on the road. Atlantic Christian vs. Friends’ Central (12/7/24): Atlantic Christian fell short in their matchup, suffering a tough 87-35 loss.

SCHA vs. Shipley (12/2/24): SCHA comfortably won 77-53 at home. Atlantic Christian vs. Shipley (12/4/24): Atlantic Christian claimed a tight 62-59 victory.

Record Breakdown

• SCHA’s Performance:
  • Non-League: 13-1
  • Home: 5-0
  • Away: 6-1
  • Neutral: 2-0
  • Out-of-State: 4-1
• Atlantic Christian’s Performance:
  • Non-League: 5-4
  • Home: 4-1
  • Away: 2-3
  • Neutral: 2-1
  • In-State: 4-1
  • Out-of-State: 2-4

Conclusion

SCHA has had an exceptional season so far with a remarkable record, strong offensive output, and balanced team play. With standout performances from players like Noah Stokes, Ethan Costello, and Judah Dawkins, they’ve proven to be a force to be reckoned with. Meanwhile, Atlantic Christian, although strong in certain areas, especially with their home record and league performance, has struggled with consistency on the road.

If these two teams were to meet in a playoff setting, SCHA would likely hold the advantage based on their superior overall performance, depth, and strong finish to games. However, Atlantic Christian’s determination and their solid home record could make for an exciting and unpredictable showdown.