The Benet Academy varsity basketball team (Lisle, IL) will play a home conference game against St. Patrick (Chicago, IL) on Friday, January 17, at 7 p.m.

Benet Academy vs St. Patrick Game Info:

What: Illinois High School Basketball
Who: Benet Academy (IL) vs St. Patrick (IL)
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Benet Academy vs St. Patrick

As the high school basketball season progresses, two teams in Illinois—St. Patrick and Benet Academy—have stood out for their impressive records and powerful performances. Both teams have shown dominance in their respective leagues, and their head-to-head matchups and common opponents provide an interesting look at the strength of these programs. In this article, we’ll break down the key statistics, head-to-head results, and what sets these two teams apart as they continue their campaigns in the 2024-25 season.

Team Records and Performance Breakdown

St. Patrick:

• Overall Record: 14-4
• Conference Record: 3-1
• Home Record: 8-2
• Away Record: 4-0
• Neutral Record: 2-2
• Win Percentage: .778
• Conference Win Percentage: .750
• Points Scored (PF): 1,072
• Points Allowed (PA): 859

St. Patrick has had a solid season, maintaining a strong overall record of 14-4. The team’s strength at home has been notable, with an 8-2 record in their own gym. Their performance on the road has been equally impressive, as they are undefeated away with a 4-0 record. Despite facing tough competition, they’ve managed to score 1,072 points while allowing only 859, showcasing their ability to both attack and defend effectively.

Benet Academy:

• Overall Record: 16-2
• Conference Record: 2-0
• Home Record: 6-0
• Away Record: 4-0
• Neutral Record: 6-2
• Win Percentage: .889
• Conference Win Percentage: 1.000
• Points Scored (PF): 1,212
• Points Allowed (PA): 896

Benet Academy has had a slightly stronger season so far with a 16-2 overall record. They have dominated their conference with a perfect 2-0 mark. Like St. Patrick, Benet Academy has also been tough on the road, with a 4-0 record in away games, and their performance at neutral sites has been strong as well, with a 6-2 record. Their offensive output has been significant, scoring 1,212 points and conceding 896.

Team Scoring Averages

The scoring averages of both teams reveal how each squad distributes its offensive output over the course of a game.

• St. Patrick Scoring Averages:
  • Q1: 15.0
  • Q2: 14.7
  • Q3: 15.0
  • Q4: 11.7
  • Final: 59.6 points per game
• Benet Academy Scoring Averages:
  • Q1: 20.0
  • Q2: 14.2
  • Q3: 17.5
  • Q4: 12.2
  • OT1: 16.0
  • Final: 67.3 points per game

While both teams average just under 60 points per game, Benet Academy has a more potent offense, averaging 67.3 points per game. Their first-quarter dominance, with 20 points on average, stands out as a key area of strength. In comparison, St. Patrick has been more balanced in scoring across the quarters but drops slightly in the fourth quarter, which could be an area to improve moving forward.

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

Both teams have had a chance to face common opponents this season, with some interesting results. Here’s a comparison of how they’ve done against teams they’ve both faced:

• St. Patrick’s Common Opponents Record: 4-2
  • Notable wins: Niles West, Nazareth Academy, Joliet Catholic, Jones
  • Notable losses: Lake Forest, Marist
• Benet Academy’s Common Opponents Record: 5-0
  • Notable wins: Niles West, Joliet Catholic, Marist, Jones
  • Perfect record against common opponents shows Benet Academy’s edge in these matchups.

Individual Matchups and Results

The head-to-head matchups for both teams against common opponents provide insight into their strengths and weaknesses:

• St. Patrick’s Wins:
  • 11/26/24 vs. Niles West: 62-46
  • 12/13/24 vs. Nazareth Academy: 66-59
  • 12/20/24 vs. Joliet Catholic: 58-56
  • 1/13/25 vs. Jones: 71-22
• Benet Academy’s Wins:
  • 12/7/24 vs. Niles West: 64-36
  • 12/6/24 vs. Joliet Catholic: 74-37
  • 12/13/24 vs. Marist: 74-66
  • 11/26/24 vs. Jones: 69-40

Despite some similar opponents, Benet Academy has been slightly more dominant, especially with their impressive wins against teams like Joliet Catholic and Marist. St. Patrick has had a few close games, particularly in their losses to Lake Forest and Marist, which could indicate areas for improvement, especially when facing strong offensive teams.

Final Thoughts

Both St. Patrick and Benet Academy have had stellar seasons in the 2024-25 high school basketball campaign. While St. Patrick excels at home and has a solid win percentage, Benet Academy has proven to be slightly more formidable overall with a 16-2 record. The two teams are expected to face off again, and their meeting could be one of the most exciting matchups of the season, as both continue to assert themselves as top contenders in Illinois basketball.

As the season progresses, these teams will be looking to refine their play and potentially challenge for state titles, and fans will be eagerly watching to see who comes out on top in their next head-to-head battle.