The Burke (SD) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against Centerville (SD) on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 7:45 PM.

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What: South Dakota High School Basketball
Who: Burke (SD) vs Centerville (SD)
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 7:45. p.m. ET
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Centerville and Burke Basketball Team Comparison: An Early Season Analysis

As the basketball season progresses, Centerville and Burke find themselves on divergent paths. The Centerville team has a stronger overall performance, boasting a 4-3 record, while Burke is still searching for their first win, sitting at 0-4. With both teams gearing up for more matchups, let’s take a deeper look at their performances, statistics, and key players.

Team Records & Performance

Centerville has managed a 4-3 record overall and a perfect 3-0 in the region. Their dominance at home (1-2) and on the road (3-0) contrasts sharply with Burke’s struggles across all formats. Burke, with no wins to their name, has lost all four of their games so far — 0-2 at home, 0-1 away, and 0-1 in neutral locations.

This disparity in records highlights Centerville’s superior consistency in different game settings, with a notable advantage in their region. Burke will need to adjust their game plan and improve across the board to stay competitive as the season progresses.

Scoring Averages

Centerville has a strong offensive presence, averaging 55.7 points per game. In contrast, Burke lags behind with only 36.3 points per game. This gap in scoring power has been a significant factor in the teams’ performances, with Centerville able to outpace Burke in nearly every matchup.

Team Stats Comparison

The contrast in overall performance is evident in key statistics. Centerville excels in several categories:

• Points Per Game: Centerville averages 35.3 points per game, with Burke trailing far behind at just 24.3.
• Rebounds Per Game: Centerville’s strong presence on the boards (24.3 per game) outpaces Burke (who averages 17.3).
• Assists Per Game: While Centerville’s Bryson Indahl averages 2 assists per game, Burke’s best assist player is averaging just 1.1.
• Steals Per Game: Centerville’s defense is led by Jayder Schonebaum with 1.8 steals per game, while Burke has a lesser defensive presence.

Key Players to Watch

Centerville’s key player is Quinten Bull, who leads in scoring (11.3 points per game), rebounding (11.0 rebounds per game), and blocks (1.0 per game). Bull is a standout player for Centerville and is central to their success this season.

For Burke, Jayder Schonebaum stands out defensively with 1.8 steals per game, while Quinten Bull also holds the top spot for scoring and rebounding for both teams. Burke will need to step up their overall game to create a more balanced performance.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced off against some of the same opponents this season. Centerville holds a 2-2 record against common opponents, including notable wins against Avon and Gayville-Volin, and tight losses to Andes Central/Dakota Christian. Burke, on the other hand, will soon face these teams in their upcoming games, with their first showdown against Andes Central/Dakota Christian on January 9th. The results of these matchups will be critical for Burke’s season.

Looking Ahead

As the season progresses, Centerville will aim to maintain their strong momentum while Burke faces an uphill battle. With games against teams like Irene/Wakonda and Tripp-Delmont/Armour on the horizon, Burke needs to retool their strategies and capitalize on opportunities to break their losing streak.

For Centerville, their key to success lies in continuing their balanced scoring, strong rebounding, and defensive capabilities. With standout players like Quinten Bull and Jayder Schonebaum, Centerville has the tools to remain a competitive force in their region.

Burke, however, has a lot of work ahead to turn their season around. By focusing on improving team play, offensive efficiency, and overall consistency, they still have the chance to become a more formidable opponent as the season advances.

In conclusion, Centerville is the clear favorite between the two teams, with their strong record and all-around performance. Burke, on the other hand, will need significant improvements to climb out of their early season slump and find their footing before the postseason approaches.