The Bethany (OK) varsity basketball team will host Harding Prep (Oklahoma City, OK) in a non-conference game on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.
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What: Oklahoma High School Basketball
Who: Bethany vs Harding Prep
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
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Harding Prep and Bethany: A Comparison of 2024-2025 Basketball Seasons
As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, Harding Prep and Bethany have both had notable starts, each showcasing unique strengths and challenges. Let’s dive into their performance thus far, comparing their records, scoring averages, and common opponents.
Team Records and Performance
Harding Prep (24-25 Season) Harding Prep has faced a mixed season, with a balanced overall record of 3-3. While they have excelled at home, securing three victories (3-2), they have struggled in away games, with a 0-1 record. Their district play has been challenging, as they are currently 0-1 in district matchups, which reflects the team’s ongoing adjustment to the competitive district environment.
Key statistics for Harding Prep include:
- Overall Record: 3-3
- District Record: 0-1
- Home Record: 3-2
- Away Record: 0-1
- Points For: 325
- Points Against: 325
- Win Percentage: .500
- District Win Percentage: .000
Bethany (24-25 Season) Bethany, on the other hand, has had an excellent start to the season with a perfect 1-0 record in both district and overall games. They’ve dominated at home, showing strong performances, including a 53-44 victory over Destiny Christian. Their offense has been efficient, and they are currently undefeated in their district and non-district games, making them a team to watch as the season progresses.
Key statistics for Bethany include:
- Overall Record: 1-0
- District Record: 1-0
- Home Record: 1-0
- Away Record: 0-0
- Points For: 53
- Points Against: 44
- Win Percentage: 1.000
- District Win Percentage: 1.000
Scoring Averages and Trends
The scoring statistics between the two teams show how their offenses and defenses differ:
- Harding Prep averages 54.2 points per game with the following breakdown:
- Q1: 9.5 points
- Q2: 8.5 points
- Q3: 17.0 points
- Q4: 19.0 points
This shows Harding Prep’s scoring tends to pick up in the second half, particularly in the third and fourth quarters, where they put up a combined 36 points.
- Bethany has scored an average of 53 points in their lone game, with no further data available for a more detailed breakdown.
Harding Prep’s scoring ability is notable in the later stages of the game, while Bethany’s average is based on a single strong performance. It will be interesting to see how Bethany maintains its efficiency as the season continues.
Common Opponents and Head-to-Head
Both teams have faced Destiny Christian and Millwood so far this season:
- Harding Prep vs. Destiny Christian: Harding Prep won their matchup 54-44 on December 3, 2024.
- Bethany vs. Destiny Christian: Bethany will face Destiny Christian on January 3, 2025.
- Harding Prep vs. Millwood: Harding Prep is scheduled to play Millwood on December 13, 2024.
- Bethany vs. Millwood: Bethany’s game against Millwood was held on December 3, 2024.
The outcome of these head-to-head matchups will be important for both teams, particularly as they seek to understand how they stack up against common opponents. These games provide valuable insights into each team’s strengths and areas for improvement.
Conclusion
While Harding Prep has a more experienced season with a .500 win percentage, their struggles in district play and away games reflect areas that need attention. On the other hand, Bethany’s early success, with a perfect record, indicates strong potential. As the season unfolds, the key to both teams’ success will be maintaining consistency, improving in away games, and capitalizing on their strengths.
Both Harding Prep and Bethany have shown they are capable of competing at a high level. Harding Prep’s strong second-half performance and Bethany’s efficient offense will likely continue to shape their respective seasons. Basketball fans can expect these two teams to be competitive as they move forward in the 2024-2025 season.
