The Chariho High School varsity basketball team, based in Wood River Junction, RI, will host St. Raphael Academy from Pawtucket, RI, for a home conference game on Friday, January 31, at 6:45 PM.
Matchup Details:
- Teams: St. Raphael Academy @ Chariho
- Date: Friday, January 31, 2025
- Time: 6:45 PM
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A Comparison of St. Raphael Academy and Chariho Basketball Teams: 2024-2025 Season
As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, St. Raphael Academy and Chariho High School are facing unique challenges, with differing performances and records. Let’s take a deeper dive into both teams’ statistics, player performances, and common opponents to assess where they stand and what’s to come.
Team Records & Standings
St. Raphael Academy
- Overall Record: 7-10
- League Record: 5-4
- Home Record: 3-2
- Away Record: 4-5
- Neutral Record: 0-3
- Points For: 906
- Points Against: 1,020
- Winning Percentage: .412
- League Winning Percentage: .556
St. Raphael Academy holds a moderate standing at 7-10 overall, but their league performance shows promise with a .556 winning percentage. The team has shown resilience on the road, despite their tough neutral-site record. With a total of 906 points scored so far, they have been competitive, but their defensive struggles—allowing 1,020 points—pose a challenge.
Chariho
- Overall Record: 4-12
- League Record: 4-9
- Home Record: 3-7
- Away Record: 1-4
- Neutral Record: 0-1
- Points For: 773
- Points Against: 1,008
- Winning Percentage: .250
- League Winning Percentage: .308
Chariho, with a record of 4-12, has faced more difficulty this season. They have struggled to secure wins, especially on the road and in neutral games, with a .250 win percentage overall and .308 in league play. Their offense has been less potent than St. Raphael Academy, with only 773 points scored compared to their opponents’ 1,008.
Scoring Averages and Team Performance
St. Raphael Academy
- Points Per Game: 53.3
- Quarter Scoring Breakdown:
- Q1: 6.0
- Q2: 5.0
- Q3: 6.0
- Q4: 4.0
St. Raphael Academy averages just over 53 points per game, with their scoring spread fairly evenly across the quarters. While they don’t exhibit a major surge in any particular quarter, they remain competitive through consistent performance throughout the game.
Chariho
- Points Per Game: 48.3
Chariho averages a lower 48.3 points per game, with scoring often trailing behind their opponents. Their lack of scoring bursts during the game has contributed to their overall struggles this season.
Individual Player Performances
St. Raphael Academy Key Players
- Sean Westnedge:
- Points per Game: 9.8
- Steals per Game: 2.0
- Dayton Lee:
- Rebounds per Game: 5.7
- Brendan Gleason:
- Assists per Game: 4.1
Westnedge leads the team with 9.8 points per game and also contributes defensively with 2 steals per game. Lee’s 5.7 rebounds per game provide the team with solid support in the paint, while Gleason facilitates the offense with 4.1 assists per game.
Chariho Key Players
- Top Performer: Chariho has struggled for standout players, but they rely on team contributions, with 5.0 points per game as their leading scorer.
Despite individual performances not reaching the same heights as St. Raphael Academy, Chariho continues to build teamwork as their foundation.
Common Opponents: Head-to-Head Matchups
Both teams have faced common opponents throughout the season, but their results have diverged considerably:
| Date | St. Raphael Academy (Result) | Chariho (Result) |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/24 | Middletown (L 60-50) | Middletown (L) |
| 1/6/25 | Juanita Sanchez (W 66-57) | Juanita Sanchez (L) |
| 1/9/25 | Moses Brown (L 77-60) | Moses Brown (L) |
| 1/15/25 | North Providence (L 66-50) | North Providence (L) |
| 1/17/25 | Rogers (W 62-52) | Rogers (L 49-32) |
| 1/23/25 | Burrillville (W 62-52) | Burrillville (L) |
| 1/29/25 | Woonsocket (W 55-35) | Woonsocket (W) |
St. Raphael Academy holds a 5-3 record against these common opponents, whereas Chariho has struggled with a 1-9 record. These head-to-head results highlight the disparity in performance between the two teams when facing similar competition.
Conclusion
As the season progresses, St. Raphael Academy appears to be in a better position, with a stronger league record and individual performances leading to a more balanced overall performance. However, they still have areas to improve, particularly on defense.
Chariho, while facing challenges throughout the season, has the potential to bounce back by focusing on improving their offense and working together to address weaknesses on both sides of the ball. As both teams continue their seasons, the competition between them and their ability to improve will determine their standing in the league and overall performance.
