The Campion Academy (Loveland, CO) varsity basketball team will host Rocky Mountain Lutheran (Denver, CO) for a non-conference game on Monday, December 16, at 6:00 PM.

Campion Academy vs Rocky Mountain Lutheran Girls Basketball Game Info:

What: Colorado High School Girls Basketball
Who: Campion Academy vs Rocky Mountain Lutheran
When: Monday, December 16, 2024
Time: 6 PM
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Game preview: Campion Academy vs Rocky Mountain Lutheran

As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, both Rocky Mountain Lutheran and Campion Academy have shown promising and contrasting performances. This analysis will compare their rankings, records, scoring averages, and key player statistics, offering insights into how these two teams are shaping up for the rest of the season.

Team Records and Rankings

• Rocky Mountain Lutheran has had a challenging start to the season with an overall record of 1-4. They’ve struggled both at home and on the road, posting a 0-1 home record and a 1-2 record away. Their only win came against an out-of-state opponent, but the team has room for improvement.
• Campion Academy, on the other hand, is performing much better with a 2-1 record. They have shown resilience in both home and away games, splitting their home record at 1-1 and maintaining an undefeated 1-0 record when playing away.

Despite Rocky Mountain Lutheran’s challenges, they are scoring an average of 22.2 points per game, while Campion Academy has an impressive 31.7 points per game. The gap in their scoring suggests that Campion Academy’s offense is performing at a higher level so far.

Scoring Breakdown and Team Comparison

Looking deeper into the team’s scoring averages, we see that:

• Rocky Mountain Lutheran has a well-distributed scoring profile, averaging 5.2 points in the first quarter, increasing to 7.0 points in the final quarter, showing that they tend to improve as games progress. However, their scoring drop in the second and third quarters (4.6 and 5.4 points) may be an area for improvement.
• Campion Academy excels in the first quarter, averaging a solid 23.0 points, which is significantly higher than Rocky Mountain Lutheran. However, they tend to drop off in the second and third quarters, with only 3.0 and 0.7 points, respectively. Their final quarter averages 5.0 points, indicating a sharp decline in offensive output late in games.

Statistical Comparison: Strengths and Weaknesses

When comparing the two teams’ stats, it becomes clear that Campion Academy has the upper hand in several key areas:

• Rebounding: Rocky Mountain Lutheran averages 26.4 rebounds per game, outpacing Campion Academy, which records 19.7 rebounds. However, Campion Academy’s more consistent steals (12.0 per game vs. Rocky Mountain Lutheran’s 6.8) show their stronger defense and ability to capitalize on turnovers.
• Blocks: Rocky Mountain Lutheran dominates in blocks with 7.0 per game, compared to Campion Academy’s 2.7, suggesting they are more effective in defending the rim.

Key Players to Watch

Both teams feature standout players who have been key to their success:

• Rocky Mountain Lutheran:
  • Sofia Meza-Villa leads the team with an average of 5.6 points per game.
  • Katy Shade is another standout, contributing 6.4 rebounds per game and 1.8 steals, making her a crucial defensive asset.
• Campion Academy:
  • Damariz Lopez has been a dominant force, averaging 12.3 points per game and 6.0 rebounds.
  • Olivia Uphold is also a key contributor, averaging 3.3 steals and 1.7 blocks per game, providing both offense and defense for the team.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced similar opponents, with mixed results:

• Rocky Mountain Lutheran lost to Dawson School 23-19 and will meet other common opponents like Front Range Baptist and Mile High Academy later in the season.
• Campion Academy has had more success, defeating Mile High Academy 37-24 and defeating Dawson School earlier in the season.

Head-to-Head Record

As of now, the two teams have not faced each other this season. However, the upcoming games will be crucial to determining how each team matches up against the other, especially as both teams play several more common opponents.

Looking Ahead

Both Rocky Mountain Lutheran and Campion Academy will need to focus on their strengths while addressing areas of weakness. For Rocky Mountain Lutheran, improving consistency in scoring, particularly in the second and third quarters, will be vital. For Campion Academy, maintaining offensive output throughout the game and improving their defense late in games will be key to continuing their strong start.

As the season progresses, these two teams will be looking to refine their strategies, with both teams facing more common opponents and potentially meeting head-to-head later in the season. Keep an eye on these matchups as both schools look to build momentum towards their respective goals for the year.