The Brewster Academy National varsity basketball team (Wolfeboro, NH) will face Legacy Early College (Greenville, SC) in a neutral conference game on Thursday, January 9, at 7:00 PM, as part of the La Porte Invitational in La Porte, IN.
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What: Prep Schools High School Basketball
Who: Brewster Academy National vs Legacy Early College
When: Thursday, January 9, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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Legacy Early College vs. Brewster Academy National: A Comparative Analysis of 2024-2025 Basketball Seasons
The 2024-2025 basketball seasons for Legacy Early College and Brewster Academy National offer a fascinating contrast in performance, both overall and against common opponents. As these two teams from different regions continue to evolve, their statistics and matchups reveal intriguing insights into their strengths, weaknesses, and team dynamics.
Team Overview and Records
- Legacy Early College (South Carolina):
- Record: 6-6 overall
- Region: 0-4
- Home: 5-2
- Away: 1-1
- Neutral: 0-3
- Win %: 50%
- Region %: 0%
- Points Scored (PF): 758
- Points Allowed (PA): 647
- Brewster Academy National (New Hampshire):
- Record: 12-2 overall
- League: 3-1
- Home: 5-0
- Away: 1-0
- Neutral: 6-2
- Win %: 85.7%
- League %: 75%
- Points Scored (PF): 1,151
- Points Allowed (PA): 680
Brewster Academy National’s remarkable 12-2 record dwarfs Legacy Early College’s 6-6, with Brewster exhibiting a much higher win percentage and more dominant performances across the board. Notably, Brewster also enjoys a perfect home record, while Legacy Early College struggles in neutral-site games.
Scoring and Statistical Breakdown
- Legacy Early College averages 63.2 points per game, with a strong second-half performance where they score 17.5 points in the fourth quarter. Their scoring distribution across quarters includes:
- Q1: 11.0
- Q2: 15.5
- Q3: 13.5
- Q4: 17.5
- Brewster Academy National shows more consistent scoring with a final average of 82.2 points per game, illustrating their offensive prowess. Their points per quarter are:
- Q1: 12.0
- Q2: 13.0
- Q3: 15.5
- Q4: 16.0
Brewster Academy National excels in every quarter, finishing with over 80 points per game on average, far outpacing Legacy Early College’s 63.2. This reflects Brewster’s offensive depth and efficiency.
Key Statistical Leaders
- Legacy Early College:
- Points per Game: Bryson Wheatfall – 15.3
- Rebounds per Game: Bryson Wheatfall – 6.0
- Assists per Game: Kwabena Jones – 3.0
- Steals per Game: Kwabena Jones – 3.0
- Blocks per Game: Eddie Cooke – 1.3
- Brewster Academy National:
- Their top players, including point leaders, remain unnamed in the dataset, but the statistics clearly highlight their more potent offensive and defensive team efforts.
Legacy Early College’s Bryson Wheatfall stands out as the team’s top scorer and rebounder, reflecting his critical role on both ends of the court. Brewster, with a more spread-out team, likely has multiple contributors that complement their high-scoring average.
Common Opponents Comparison
A closer look at common opponents between the two teams reveals stark contrasts in performance:
- Legacy Early College: A 2-4 record against common opponents.
- Brewster Academy National: A dominant 7-0 record against the same teams.
In head-to-head matchups, Brewster Academy National consistently outperformed their rivals with massive victories, including wins over Veritas Academy, IMG Academy, and Link Academy. Legacy Early College, on the other hand, found themselves on the losing side of these matchups, facing tough competition and suffering close losses.
Record Breakdown and Opponent Strength
- Legacy Early College:
- Home: 5-2
- Away: 1-1
- Neutral: 0-3
- Common Opponents: 2-4
- Brewster Academy National:
- Home: 5-0
- Away: 1-0
- Neutral: 6-2
- Common Opponents: 7-0
Brewster’s ability to dominate common opponents with a perfect 7-0 record highlights their superior competitiveness. Meanwhile, Legacy Early College’s struggles in neutral-site games (0-3) may have hindered their overall performance.
Conclusion
While both teams show strong individual performances, particularly from Bryson Wheatfall of Legacy Early College, Brewster Academy National’s superior overall record, offensive firepower, and dominance over common opponents set them apart in the 2024-2025 season. Brewster’s 12-2 record and unyielding home form reflect their strong position as one of the top teams, whereas Legacy Early College continues to build on a solid but inconsistent foundation. The contrast between the two teams’ seasons is a testament to Brewster’s strength and Legacy’s ongoing growth.