The Berean Baptist Academy (Fayetteville, NC) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against Ambassador Christian School (Huntersville, NC) today.

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What: North Carolina High School Basketball
Who: Berean Baptist Academy vs Ambassador Christian
When: Saturday, December 21, 2024
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Basketball Showdown: Ambassador Christian School vs. Berean Baptist Academy – A Closer Look at Their Performance

The 2024-2025 basketball season has seen both Ambassador Christian School (ACS) and Berean Baptist Academy (BBA) putting up impressive performances, but how do these two teams stack up against each other? Let’s dive into their rankings, records, team statistics, and common opponents to see how they compare.

Team Overview

• Ambassador Christian School (ACS) has a solid record of 6-4, with a .600 win percentage. The team has been strong at home, boasting a perfect 3-0 record, but faces more challenges on the road and in neutral games (0-1 and 3-3 respectively). ACS has scored a total of 633 points and allowed 579.
• Berean Baptist Academy (BBA), with a 9-5 record, has a slightly higher win percentage at .643. Their performance at home has been dominant, with a 4-0 record, though they’ve faced struggles away from home (1-4). BBA has accumulated 950 points and allowed 771 across their games.

Scoring Averages

• Ambassador Christian School scores an average of 63.3 points per game. Their scoring breakdown shows they tend to start strong in the first two quarters with an average of 17.2 and 17.0 points in Q1 and Q2, respectively, but they slightly fade in the second half, averaging 15.8 in Q3 and 14.2 in Q4.
• Berean Baptist Academy, on the other hand, scores 67.9 points per game. Their offense heats up significantly in the second half, especially in Q4 where they average 20.3 points. Their scoring throughout the game remains fairly consistent, with Q1-Q3 averages ranging from 17.5 to 19.0 points.

Team Stat Comparison

A closer look at the team stats reveals interesting contrasts:

• Points per game: ACS (60.1) vs. BBA (58.4) — Both teams are fairly close in scoring, but ACS has a slight edge.
• Rebounds per game: ACS (27.9) vs. BBA (19.7) — ACS significantly outperforms BBA in this category.
• Assists per game: ACS (11.8) vs. BBA (9.9) — ACS also leads in playmaking.
• Steals per game: ACS (6.5) vs. BBA (6.7) — A tight race, but BBA edges out ACS slightly in steals.
• Blocks per game: ACS (5.6) vs. BBA (0.8) — ACS dominates in blocking shots, showcasing a stronger defensive presence.

Key Players

Both teams have standout players who contribute significantly to their success:

• Ambassador Christian School’s top performer is JD Bowden, who leads the team with 14.9 points per game. He also contributes 2.0 steals per game, showcasing his defensive prowess.
• Berean Baptist Academy’s offensive leader is Justin Caldwell, averaging 22.4 points per game. Caldwell’s scoring ability is complemented by Josiah Sanders, who averages 5.2 rebounds and 3.4 assists per game.

Common Opponents and Record Breakdown

Both teams have faced a few of the same opponents this season, with mixed results:

• Queen’s Grant: ACS defeated them 62-46, while BBA also won 60-57.
• Northwood Temple Academy: ACS lost 81-71, but BBA won 81-56.
• Greenfield: ACS will face them on December 23, but BBA lost 62-44 earlier in November.
• Davidson Day: ACS will face them in January, while BBA suffered a 77-66 defeat.

When comparing their performance against common opponents, ACS holds a 1-1 record, while BBA is 2-2.

Home vs. Away Performance

• At home, Ambassador Christian School is undefeated with a 3-0 record.
• Berean Baptist Academy has been impressive on their home court, posting a 4-0 record, but their struggles on the road are evident with a 1-4 mark.

In-State vs. Out-of-State Play

• ACS has a record of 4-3 in in-state games and 2-1 in out-of-state games.
• BBA has been perfect in out-of-state games with a 2-1 record, while they have struggled slightly in in-state games with a 7-3 mark.

Conclusion

Both Ambassador Christian School and Berean Baptist Academy have their strengths, but each faces unique challenges. ACS has been solid defensively, especially in rebounding and blocking shots, while BBA excels offensively, particularly in scoring and closing out games strong in the final quarters. Their records reflect competitive, high-stakes games, with ACS showing a bit more consistency at home and BBA having a higher overall win percentage.

With a strong defensive core and some key players stepping up on both sides of the ball, these two teams are set for a thrilling season ahead.