The Cardinal O’Hara High School varsity basketball team from Springfield, PA, will host a conference game against St. Joseph’s Prep from Philadelphia, PA, on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

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What: Pennsylvania High School Basketball
Who: Cardinal O’Hara vs St. Joseph’s Prep
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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St. Joseph’s Prep and Cardinal O’Hara Basketball: A Mid-Season Comparison

As the high school basketball season progresses, two powerhouses in Pennsylvania, St. Joseph’s Prep and Cardinal O’Hara, have distinguished themselves as contenders in their respective classes. Here’s a detailed breakdown of their rankings, records, scoring, and key matchups so far in the 2024-2025 season.

Rankings and Overall Performance

• St. Joseph’s Prep
  • PA Rank: 47
  • Class Rank: 20
  • Record: 5-4
  • Conference Record: 2-0
  • Home Record: 1-1
  • Away Record: 1-0
  • Neutral Record: 3-3
  • Win Percentage: 55.6%
• Cardinal O’Hara
  • PA Rank: 21
  • Class Rank: 8
  • Record: 9-2
  • Conference Record: 2-0
  • Home Record: 3-1
  • Away Record: 5-1
  • Neutral Record: 1-0
  • Win Percentage: 81.8%

Scoring Averages

Scoring consistency has been a hallmark for both teams, but their strategies differ slightly.

• St. Joseph’s Prep:
  • Quarter 1: 26.0 points
  • Quarter 2: 11.0 points
  • Quarter 3: 26.0 points
  • Quarter 4: 18.0 points
  • Final Average: 70.4 points
• Cardinal O’Hara:
  • Quarter 1: 20.0 points
  • Quarter 2: 12.0 points
  • Quarter 3: 17.0 points
  • Quarter 4: 11.0 points
  • Final Average: 64.0 points

While St. Joseph’s Prep excels in explosive first and third quarters, Cardinal O’Hara relies on steady scoring across all four periods.

Key Statistics

• Points For (PF):
  • St. Joseph’s Prep: 634
  • Cardinal O’Hara: 704
• Points Against (PA):
  • St. Joseph’s Prep: 590
  • Cardinal O’Hara: 584

Cardinal O’Hara has a higher offensive output while maintaining a solid defense, evidenced by their +120 point differential compared to St. Joseph’s Prep’s +44.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced and defeated two shared opponents this season.

• Malvern Prep:
  • St. Joseph’s Prep: Awaiting game results (11/26/24)
  • Cardinal O’Hara: Awaiting game results (11/23/24)
• Devon Prep:
  • St. Joseph’s Prep: Win (75-69, 1/3/25)
  • Cardinal O’Hara: Awaiting game results (1/31/25)
• Conwell-Egan Catholic:
  • St. Joseph’s Prep: Win (69-56, 1/5/25)
  • Cardinal O’Hara: Awaiting game results (2/3/25)

Their performances against common opponents highlight a competitive balance between the two teams.

League and Non-League Breakdown

• St. Joseph’s Prep:
  • Conference: 2-0
  • Non-League: 2-1
• Cardinal O’Hara:
  • Conference: 2-0
  • Non-League: 7-1

Cardinal O’Hara has played a more extensive non-league schedule, with a stellar 7-1 record showcasing their ability to adapt to various playing styles.

In-State and Out-of-State Records

Both teams have found success within Pennsylvania, though Cardinal O’Hara holds the edge.

• St. Joseph’s Prep:
  • In-State: 3-1
  • Out-of-State: 2-3
• Cardinal O’Hara:
  • In-State: 8-1
  • Out-of-State: 1-1

Upcoming Matchups to Watch

Both teams have crucial conference games ahead that will likely determine their playoff positions. Key dates include:

• St. Joseph’s Prep vs. Roman Catholic (1/8/25)
• Cardinal O’Hara vs. Archbishop Wood (1/17/25)

Conclusion

Both St. Joseph’s Prep and Cardinal O’Hara have had strong starts to their seasons, but Cardinal O’Hara has been more consistent with a better win percentage and overall record. St. Joseph’s Prep, however, remains dangerous with their high-scoring offense and balanced conference play.

As the season unfolds, both teams will look to solidify their standings and prepare for a potential postseason clash. Fans can expect exciting basketball from these two talented squads.