The Charles J. Colgan varsity basketball team (Manassas, VA) will host a home non-conference game against Osbourn Park (Manassas, VA) today at 7 p.m.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Virginia High School Basketball
Who: Charles J. Colgan vs Osbourn Park
When: Monday, December 02, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here
Previewing the 2024-2025 Basketball Season: Osbourn Park vs. Charles J. Colgan
As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season gets underway, fans are eagerly anticipating matchups between local rivals and teams with high expectations. Two schools, Osbourn Park and Charles J. Colgan, are both starting the season with clean slates, as they prepare to face off against common opponents and each other in the coming months.
Team Overview: Osbourn Park
Osbourn Park enters the season with a record of 24-25 overall. They will be looking to build upon their past performances, but with no games yet played in the 2024-2025 season, their record stands at 0-0. The team will face both home and away challenges, with several exciting matchups ahead.
Team Overview: Charles J. Colgan
Similarly, Charles J. Colgan begins the season with a 0-0 record, matching Osbourn Park’s status as an untested team heading into the year. Like their rivals, Colgan will have the opportunity to test their skills against a variety of opponents across the league, with numerous games on the horizon.
Key Common Opponents
Both teams will face several common opponents during the season, making their matchups even more intriguing. Here’s a look at some of the games that will define both schools’ seasons:
- Dominion: Osbourn Park will meet Dominion on December 7, 2024, at home, while Charles J. Colgan will play Dominion at home on December 11, 2024.
- Unity Reed: Both teams will face Unity Reed, with Osbourn Park hosting the team on December 17, 2024, and Charles J. Colgan playing them away on December 4, 2024. They will meet again in January, with Osbourn Park traveling to Unity Reed on January 24, 2025.
- Osbourn: Osbourn Park will play at home against Osbourn on December 20, 2024, and at Osbourn on January 28, 2025. Charles J. Colgan faces Osbourn at home on January 3, 2025.
- Hylton: The teams will both face Hylton, with Osbourn Park hosting them on January 29, 2025. Charles J. Colgan meets Hylton away on January 14, 2025, and at home on February 7, 2025.
Season Breakdown: The Rivalry
With their respective records sitting at 0-0, the key to both Osbourn Park and Charles J. Colgan’s seasons will be the results of these common matchups. Each school will have opportunities to make statements in the league as they meet head-to-head with opponents who are similarly vying for position.
Both teams will also have home and away games to navigate. Home-court advantage will likely play a significant role in how these matchups unfold, but with both teams expected to face some tough competition, the season could be unpredictable.
Conclusion: Anticipating the Action
The 2024-2025 season offers a fresh start for both Osbourn Park and Charles J. Colgan. As both teams have no prior record this season, their upcoming games will provide a clear picture of their strengths and weaknesses. Fans of both schools should be excited for what promises to be an engaging and competitive season ahead, with the teams set to clash in highly anticipated matchups. Whether at home or away, Osbourn Park and Charles J. Colgan will be testing their mettle against each other and their common opponents, aiming for a successful campaign.
