The Briarcrest Christian varsity basketball team (Eads, TN) will play a home non-conference game against Fairley (Memphis, TN) on Friday, December 20, at 6:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to Basketball know:

What: Tennessee High School Basketball
Who: Briarcrest Christian vs Fairley
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 6:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Fairley vs. Briarcrest Christian: A Breakdown of Two Strong Tennessee Teams

As the 2024-2025 basketball season unfolds, two teams stand out in the Tennessee high school basketball scene: Fairley and Briarcrest Christian. Both have had impressive seasons so far, with strong records and standout performances on both offense and defense. Below, we dive deep into their rankings, records, team averages, and how they compare head-to-head.

Team Records and Rankings

• Fairley (24-25):
  • Overall Record: 7-3
  • Home Record: 1-1
  • Away Record: 5-2
  • Neutral Site Record: 1-0
  • Win Percentage: .700
  • Points Scored: 754
  • Points Allowed: 600
• Briarcrest Christian (24-25):
  • Overall Record: 7-1
  • Home Record: 4-0
  • Away Record: 2-1
  • Neutral Site Record: 1-0
  • Win Percentage: .875
  • Points Scored: 560
  • Points Allowed: 324

While both teams have proven to be formidable opponents, Briarcrest Christian has had a slightly more successful season, maintaining a strong .875 win percentage with a perfect home record of 4-0. Fairley, on the other hand, holds a solid .700 win percentage, with a particularly strong performance on the road (5-2).

Scoring Averages: How the Teams Perform Per Quarter

• Fairley:
  • Q1: 16.0
  • Q2: 19.0
  • Q3: 16.5
  • Q4: 13.5
  • Final Average: 75.4 PPG
• Briarcrest Christian:
  • Q1: 15.0
  • Q2: 18.0
  • Q3: 7.0
  • Q4: 12.0
  • Final Average: 70.0 PPG

Fairley has a more consistent scoring output, averaging over 75 points per game, with a strong second quarter (19.0 PPG). Briarcrest Christian, though competitive, tends to struggle more in the third quarter, scoring just 7 points on average. Their overall points per game is 70.0, a solid total but still trailing Fairley’s offensive production.

Key Team Stats

• Fairley:
  • Points Per Game: 10.7
  • Rebounds Per Game: 5.8
  • Assists Per Game: 2.7
  • Steals Per Game: 1.8
  • Blocks Per Game: 0.8
• Briarcrest Christian:
  • Points Per Game: –
  • Rebounds Per Game: –
  • Assists Per Game: –
  • Steals Per Game: –
  • Blocks Per Game: –

Fairley leads the way in all major statistical categories for now, with particularly strong rebounding and assist numbers. Briarcrest Christian, while undefeated at home, has yet to show their specific stats in these areas.

Standout Players

Fairley‘s standout player, I’zahvien Perkins, is a consistent leader, averaging 18 points per game. Isaiah Grant has also been instrumental, leading in rebounds with 12 per game. Additionally, Alarin Polk has contributed with solid playmaking (7 assists per game) and defense (5 steals per game).

For Briarcrest Christian, the stats of their key players are still to be highlighted, but their team has shown its strength in key matchups, such as their win over Collierville, where they won by a 69-34 margin.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced similar opponents this season. Here’s a look at their performance against common teams:

• Fairley has beaten St. Benedict at Auburndale (92-67) and Collierville (80-61), two tough teams that provide a significant test.
• Briarcrest Christian, on the other hand, faced St. Benedict at Auburndale (2/21/25 matchup still to be played) and Collierville (69-34). Both teams have also faced Memphis University School, with Briarcrest Christian looking to play them later in the season.

Head-to-Head Record Breakdown

When comparing head-to-head records and performances, both teams have had different strengths:

• Fairley has a solid 7-3 record, with a strong non-league record (7-3) and a good showing in-state (6-2).
• Briarcrest Christian has been perfect in-state, maintaining a 7-0 record, with a dominant showing in non-league play (6-0).

Both teams have met their common opponents with varying success, but Fairley is particularly dominant at home and on the road.

Conclusion

As the season progresses, both Fairley and Briarcrest Christian will likely remain at the top of their conference standings. Fairley boasts a more balanced offensive attack and the advantage in key statistical categories, but Briarcrest Christian has been dominant in their wins, especially in-state. The teams’ head-to-head meetings and further common matchups will reveal who truly stands out as Tennessee’s top contender this season.

Both teams have shown promise and will be exciting to watch as the season heads into its final stretch. Stay tuned for more thrilling basketball action as these two programs continue to make their mark on the state of Tennessee.