The Carlyle (IL) varsity basketball team will host Wesclin (Trenton, IL) in a home conference game on Friday, December 20, at 7:30 p.m.

Carlyle vs Wesclin Game Info:

What: Illinois High School Basketball
Who: Carlyle (IL) vs Wesclin (IL)
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Carlyle vs Wesclin

As the 2024-2025 Illinois high school basketball season heats up, two teams are standing out in the conference: Wesclin and Carlyle. Both teams are playing with impressive records and have shown resilience on the court, making their upcoming matchups highly anticipated.

Current Records and Performance

• Wesclin (24-25)
  Overall: 7-3
  Conference: 2-0
  Home: 4-3
  Away: 2-0
  Neutral: 1-0
  Win Percentage: 70%
  Conference Percentage: 100%
  Points Scored (PF): 620
  Points Allowed (PA): 573
• Carlyle (24-25)
  Overall: 8-0
  Conference: 2-0
  Home: 5-0
  Away: 1-0
  Neutral: 2-0
  Win Percentage: 100%
  Conference Percentage: 100%
  Points Scored (PF): 444
  Points Allowed (PA): 282

Wesclin comes into the season with a solid 7-3 overall record, boasting an undefeated conference record of 2-0. Their scoring has been impressive, averaging 62 points per game. Carlyle, however, remains unbeaten at 8-0, dominating both at home and away, and they’ve allowed just 282 points so far, showing their strong defense.

Scoring Averages

• Wesclin
  • Q1: 13.4
  • Q2: 12.6
  • Q3: 12.6
  • Q4: 13.2
  • Final: 62.0
• Carlyle
  • Q1: 13.1
  • Q2: 13.4
  • Q3: 14.4
  • Q4: 14.6
  • Final: 55.5

Both teams have shown consistent scoring, with Carlyle often pushing their lead in the second half. Wesclin’s offense has been balanced throughout the game, maintaining a steady scoring rhythm across all quarters.

Head-to-Head Matchups

The next head-to-head meeting will take place on Friday, December 20th, as Wesclin travels to Carlyle for a conference game at 7:30 PM. This matchup is critical for both teams as they vie for top honors in the conference. A potential preview of what’s to come, this game will be a test of Carlyle’s undefeated streak and Wesclin’s ability to compete on the road.

Looking further into the season, the two teams will meet again on February 7, 2025, at Wesclin, promising another exciting chapter in this rivalry.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced a number of common opponents, and these games give insight into their potential performance against one another:

• Wesclin’s Record Against Common Opponents: 4-0
• Carlyle’s Record Against Common Opponents: 2-0

Wesclin has been dominant against common foes like Nashville, Red Bud, Greenville, and Sparta, showcasing their offensive depth and defensive strength. Carlyle has been equally strong, with wins over Sparta and Chester among others.

Key Matchups and Upcoming Games

• Wesclin’s Key Games:
  • December 17, 2024: Sparta (Home)
  • January 10, 2025: Chester (Home)
  • February 18, 2025: Okawville (Away)
• Carlyle’s Key Games:
  • January 3, 2025: Red Bud (Home)
  • January 28, 2025: Greenville (Away)
  • February 4, 2025: Chester (Home)

These matchups will serve as an important measuring stick for both teams, as they prepare for their high-stakes conference showdown.

Record Breakdown: Wesclin vs. Carlyle

Both teams have performed well at home, but Wesclin’s success away from home has been noteworthy, while Carlyle is still perfect in all aspects of their schedule.

Conclusion

As the season progresses, the rivalry between Wesclin and Carlyle will continue to captivate fans and spectators. With both teams showing promise and determination, the December 20th matchup and their subsequent February meeting will be crucial in determining which team will dominate the conference. Whether it’s Wesclin’s balanced offense or Carlyle’s stout defense, these games are sure to be packed with excitement and will be a key highlight of the Illinois high school basketball season.