The Brownstown Central varsity basketball team (Brownstown, IN) will play a home conference game against Charlestown (IN) on Friday, January 31, at 7:30 p.m.

Brownstown Central vs Charlestown Game Info:

What: Indiana High School Basketball
Who: Brownstown Central (IN) vs Charlestown (IN)
When: Friday, January 31, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Brownstown Central vs Charlestown

As we dive into the basketball season for 2024-2025, two Indiana high school teams stand out with impressive records and strong performances: Charlestown and Brownstown Central. Both teams have made waves in their respective leagues, with Charlestown boasting a solid 11-3 record and Brownstown Central dominating with an undefeated 13-0 record. This article compares these teams across various metrics to determine their strengths and weaknesses.

Overall Records and Standings

Charlestown (24-25) currently holds an overall record of 11-3, with a 2-2 conference record. They have performed well at home with a 5-3 record but excelled in neutral games, maintaining an undefeated 2-0 record. Their win percentage stands at .786, with a conference win percentage of .500.

On the other hand, Brownstown Central (24-25) has been a powerhouse, securing an undefeated 13-0 record. Their flawless conference performance at 4-0 and their dominance at home (5-0), away (6-0), and neutral venues (2-0) make them a standout team this season. With a win percentage of 1.000 and a perfect conference win percentage, Brownstown Central has proven their prowess on the court.

Scoring Averages

In terms of scoring, Charlestown averages 63.1 points per game across four quarters, with the following breakdown:

• Q1: 14.4
• Q2: 16.3
• Q3: 15.7
• Q4: 15.3

While they have a balanced scoring spread, they often rely on strong performances in the second quarter to build momentum.

Brownstown Central, however, averages 71.3 points per game, with a more consistent scoring spread:

• Q1: 17.3
• Q2: 16.0
• Q3: 15.0
• Q4: 16.0

Their consistent offensive output and ability to score in all quarters make them a potent force.

Team Statistics Comparison

While both teams are competitive, Brownstown Central stands out with their superior offensive and defensive statistics. They excel across rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks, showing their all-around strength.

• Charlestown:
  Points per game: 63.1
  Rebounds per game: 27.3
  Assists per game: 13.2
  Steals per game: 9.8
  Blocks per game: 2.0
• Brownstown Central:
  Points per game: 71.3
  Rebounds per game: Not listed
  Assists per game: Not listed
  Steals per game: Not listed
  Blocks per game: Not listed

While Charlestown’s statistics provide a decent level of performance, Brownstown Central’s ability to dominate games with consistent point production and defensive execution makes them a more well-rounded team.

Individual Leaders

Charlestown’s standout player is Anthony Fresh, who leads the team with 19.7 points per game and also contributes heavily with 6.8 rebounds and 4.0 assists. His contributions on both ends of the floor make him a key asset to the team’s success.

For Brownstown Central, while there’s no specific leader in statistics provided, the overall dominance across the board shows their balanced team effort.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced several common opponents, but the results tell a different story.

• Charlestown’s Record Against Common Opponents (4-3):
  They lost to Silver Creek, Corydon Central, and New Albany, but secured wins over teams like Scottsburg, Madison, and Eastern.
• Brownstown Central’s Record Against Common Opponents (9-0):
  Brownstown Central has been flawless, beating every common opponent they’ve faced, including a commanding win over Silver Creek and strong performances against teams like Madison and Corydon Central.

Record Breakdown: A Deeper Look

• Charlestown’s Breakdown:
  Overall: 11-3
  League: 2-2
  Non-League: 6-1
  Common Opponents: 4-3
  Home: 5-3
  Away: 4-0
  Neutral: 2-0
  In-State: 11-3
  Out-of-State: 0-0
• Brownstown Central’s Breakdown:
  Overall: 13-0
  League: 4-0
  Non-League: 8-0
  Common Opponents: 9-0
  Home: 5-0
  Away: 6-0
  Neutral: 2-0
  In-State: 13-0
  Out-of-State: 0-0

Conclusion

Both Charlestown and Brownstown Central have shown impressive results so far this season. However, Brownstown Central’s undefeated record and superior all-around team performance make them the stronger contender in this comparison. While Charlestown has shown flashes of brilliance, especially from star player Anthony Fresh, they still have some ground to cover, especially against top-tier competition. As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see how these two teams perform in their respective leagues and playoff brackets.