The Brother Rice (Chicago, IL) varsity basketball team will host a home conference game against Saint Ignatius College Prep (Chicago, IL) on Friday, January 17, at 7 p.m.
Brother Rice vs Saint Ignatius College Prep Game Info:
What: Illinois High School Basketball
Who: Brother Rice (IL) vs Saint Ignatius College Prep (IL)
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Where: Brother Rice High School
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Brother Rice vs Saint Ignatius College Prep
The 2024-2025 high school basketball season has brought plenty of excitement for Illinois basketball fans, particularly in the rivalry between Saint Ignatius College Prep and Brother Rice. With both teams boasting strong records and impressive performances, the comparison between the two is worth examining as they compete for dominance in their respective conferences.
Team Overview
Saint Ignatius College Prep (24-25)
- Overall Record: 15-3
- Conference Record: 0-2
- Home Record: 8-2
- Away Record: 2-0
- Neutral Record: 5-1
- Win Percentage: .833
- Conference Percentage: .000
- Points For (PF): 1,211
- Points Against (PA): 891
Saint Ignatius College Prep has been a strong contender throughout the season, showcasing a solid overall record. Their performance on home and neutral courts has been notable, with 8 wins at home and 5 wins in neutral settings. However, their conference record has been a challenge, as they are still searching for their first league win. Despite this, their offensive efficiency has been impressive, averaging 67.3 points per game.
Brother Rice (24-25)
- Overall Record: 17-1
- Conference Record: 3-0
- Home Record: 4-0
- Away Record: 3-0
- Neutral Record: 10-1
- Win Percentage: .944
- Conference Percentage: 1.000
- Points For (PF): 1,165
- Points Against (PA): 861
Brother Rice, on the other hand, has dominated the season with an exceptional 17-1 record. Their performance across all settings—home, away, and neutral—has been impressive, but especially their undefeated record in conference play. Averaging 64.7 points per game, they have proven to be a defensively strong team, allowing only 861 points across 18 games.
Scoring Averages
The scoring breakdown for each team reveals some interesting trends. Saint Ignatius College Prep averages 67.3 points per game, with the highest output coming in the third quarter (17.3 points). Their offensive consistency, particularly in the early and middle quarters, has helped them maintain their strong overall record.
Brother Rice, while scoring slightly less at 64.7 points per game, has demonstrated balanced scoring across all four quarters. Their highest output comes in the third quarter (17.5 points), showing their ability to build momentum as the game progresses.
Head-to-Head Comparison
When comparing their head-to-head records against common opponents, Brother Rice stands out with an undefeated 9-0 record, whereas Saint Ignatius College Prep has a 3-2 record. Both teams have faced challenging competition, including matches against strong teams like Maine South, Lane Tech, Loyola Academy, and Crete-Monee.
Notable Common Opponents:
- Maine South: Both teams won their respective games, with Saint Ignatius College Prep winning 65-58 on December 3 and Brother Rice winning 75-59 on December 27.
- Lane Tech: Saint Ignatius College Prep triumphed 66-60 on December 6, while Brother Rice followed with a 49-46 victory on December 28.
- Loyola Academy: Saint Ignatius College Prep narrowly lost 48-45 on December 13, while Brother Rice claimed a 40-34 win on December 6.
- Crete-Monee: Saint Ignatius College Prep easily handled Crete-Monee 65-32 on December 15, and Brother Rice will face them on January 26.
Record Breakdown
Here’s a breakdown of the teams’ records across various settings and competitions:
| Category | Saint Ignatius College Prep | Brother Rice |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 15-3 | 17-1 |
| League | 0-2 | 3-0 |
| Non-League | 10-0 | 7-0 |
| Home | 8-2 | 4-0 |
| Away | 2-0 | 3-0 |
| Neutral | 5-1 | 10-1 |
| Playoff | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| In-State | 15-3 | 17-1 |
| Out-of-State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
Conclusion
Both Saint Ignatius College Prep and Brother Rice have been outstanding teams this season. While Brother Rice has been dominant with an undefeated conference record and a near-perfect overall record, Saint Ignatius College Prep has also proven their strength with impressive victories and a solid overall performance. As they continue their respective seasons, the competition between these two schools will be exciting to follow. Their performances against common opponents show both teams’ resilience, but it is Brother Rice’s consistency in league play and overall record that gives them a slight edge.
As the season progresses, both teams will look to improve their standings and make strong runs toward the playoffs, with each team having its sights set on claiming a top spot in the state rankings.
