The Broadneck Bruins (16-3) varsity volleyball team from Annapolis, MD, will play a neutral-site playoff match against the Perry Hall Gators (8-11) from Baltimore, MD, today. This match is part of the 2024 Maryland High School Girls Volleyball Playoff Brackets for Class 4A, hosted by the MPSSAA.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Maryland High School Volleyball
Who: Broadneck vs Perry Hall
When: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: TBD
Bracket: 2024 Maryland High School Girls Volleyball Playoff Brackets: MPSSAA – Class 4A
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Game preview: Broadneck vs Perry Hall
As we near the postseason, let’s take a closer look at the contrasting seasons of Perry Hall and Broadneck in high school sports for the 2024-2025 season. Both teams have had their highs and lows, with one standing out as a powerhouse and the other struggling to find consistency. Here’s a breakdown of their performances so far.
Overall Records & Rankings
Perry Hall has faced some challenges this season, posting an 8-11 overall record. In the region, the team remains winless with a 0-2 record. While Perry Hall has managed to pull off some victories, their 4-3 home record has been one of the few bright spots of the year. On the road, however, they’ve struggled, finishing with a 2-4 away record. Their win percentage of .421 reflects their inconsistency.
In contrast, Broadneck has had an impressive season, boasting a 16-3 overall record. The team is a dominant force in the region, with a 9-2 regional record and a perfect 10-0 at home. Broadneck’s strong showing in both league and non-league games gives them a win percentage of .842, and their regional percentage stands at .818. The team has been strong both at home and on the road, with a notable 4-3 away record. Their overall performance reflects a team that is firing on all cylinders.
Team Scoring Averages
Offensively, Broadneck has been the stronger team, averaging 24.6 points in the first half, maintaining a steady 24.7 in the second, and finishing strong with a 24.2 average in the third. With a scoring average of 16.0 in their final games, Broadneck’s consistent scoring ability has been key to their dominance. Perry Hall, on the other hand, has averaged lower points throughout the season: 18.8 in the first quarter, 18.5 in the second, and 16.8 in the third. Their scoring drops significantly in the final quarter, where they average just 7.5 points.
Perry Hall has struggled with consistency in their scoring. They’re still working to improve their overall game plan to close out games and keep pace with stronger teams.
Head-to-Head Matchup
While these teams have yet to meet on the field in this season’s regular competition, we can look at their head-to-head history. Both teams won their respective games against the Flowers team, with Perry Hall defeating them 3-2 on November 8, 2024, and Broadneck securing a 3-0 win over them on October 10, 2024. This sets the stage for an exciting matchup should these two face off in the playoffs, with neither team having an edge in their head-to-head record so far.
Breakdown by Location
Perry Hall’s home record (2-4) shows that they have had difficulty protecting their home turf this season. Broadneck, however, has been almost unstoppable at home, maintaining a perfect 10-0 record. This highlights Broadneck’s strength and ability to perform under the pressure of home crowd expectations.
On the road, both teams have had varying success. Perry Hall’s 2-4 away record contrasts sharply with Broadneck’s 4-3 away performance. Broadneck’s ability to win on the road has been a key part of their season, contributing to their impressive overall record.
Playoff Potential
When it comes to playoff performance, Broadneck holds an edge with a 4-0 record in postseason games, compared to Perry Hall’s 2-4. This playoff experience will be invaluable if the two teams meet later in the postseason.
Conclusion
In summary, Broadneck’s season has been one of dominance and consistency, both at home and away, with a strong defense and offensive power. Perry Hall, while facing challenges and inconsistencies, still has room to grow and will need to improve their scoring consistency and home performance to compete against stronger teams like Broadneck. If the two teams do meet in the playoffs, it promises to be an exciting contest between a powerhouse and an underdog looking to make a statement.
