The Churchill County (Fallon, NV) varsity basketball team is playing a neutral playoff game against Mater Academy East Las Vegas (Las Vegas, NV) today at 3 p.m. This game is part of the 2025 NIAA Girls Basketball Playoffs – 2025 3A State Girls Basketball tournament.

Churchill County vs Mater Academy East Las Vegas Girls Basketball Playoff Game Info:

What: Nevada High School Girls Basketball Playoff
Who: Churchill County vs Mater Academy East Las Vegas
When: Thursday, February 20, 2025
Time: 3 PM
Bracket: 2025 NIAA Girls Basketball Playoffs – 2025 3A State Girls Basketball
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Game preview: Churchill County vs Mater Academy East Las Vegas

As we approach the 2024-2025 season, two teams in Nevada’s competitive high school basketball scene, Mater Academy East Las Vegas and Churchill County, have been performing at a high level. Let’s dive into their records, team stats, and standout players, offering insight into what could be a thrilling match-up in the season ahead.

Team Records

Mater Academy East Las Vegas (24-25)

• Overall Record: 21-7
• League Record: 9-1
• Home Record: 9-0
• Away Record: 7-2
• Neutral Record: 5-5
• Win %: .750
• League Win %: .900
• Points For (PF): 1,700
• Points Against (PA): 876

Mater Academy East Las Vegas has had an impressive overall performance with a strong 9-0 record at home. Their ability to dominate in their league (9-1) and accumulate an average of 60.7 points per game indicates their offensive firepower.

Churchill County (24-25)

• Overall Record: 23-6
• League Record: 9-1
• Home Record: 9-2
• Away Record: 8-1
• Neutral Record: 6-3
• Win %: .793
• League Win %: .900
• Points For (PF): 1,462
• Points Against (PA): 931

Churchill County has been similarly dominant, with a slightly better overall win percentage (.793) and a strong 9-1 record in league play. Their ability to score efficiently, averaging 50.4 points per game, has been key to their success. Despite slightly fewer points per game than Mater Academy East Las Vegas, their defense has allowed fewer points overall.

Team Scoring Breakdown

Mater Academy East Las Vegas has shown a balanced offensive approach, scoring at an average of 60.7 points per game. Their point distribution across the quarters is significant:

• Q1: 20.5 points
• Q2: 17.6 points
• Q3: 13.1 points
• Q4: 13.2 points

Churchill County, on the other hand, puts up 50.4 points per game, with their scoring averaging as follows:

• Q1: 13.9 points
• Q2: 10.5 points
• Q3: 12.6 points
• Q4: 11.7 points

Mater Academy East Las Vegas clearly maintains a strong offensive presence throughout the game, particularly in the first half, whereas Churchill County’s scoring is more evenly spread throughout the game.

Statistical Comparison

• Points Per Game: Mater Academy East Las Vegas (59.9) vs. Churchill County (49.3)
• Rebounds Per Game: Mater Academy East Las Vegas (29.0) vs. Churchill County (33.1)
• Assists Per Game: Mater Academy East Las Vegas (11.2) vs. Churchill County (11.5)
• Steals Per Game: Mater Academy East Las Vegas (17.8) vs. Churchill County (17.9)
• Blocks Per Game: Mater Academy East Las Vegas (4.1) vs. Churchill County (0.9)

Mater Academy East Las Vegas outperforms Churchill County in most major statistical categories, particularly in points per game, steals, and blocks. However, Churchill County has the edge in rebounding, with an average of 33.1 per game compared to Mater Academy East Las Vegas’s 29.0. The assists are quite close, with Churchill County slightly leading in that department (11.5 to 11.2).

Individual Player Leaders

Mater Academy East Las Vegas

• Amija Macon
  • Points Per Game: 21.7
  • Rebounds Per Game: 8.5
  • Assists Per Game: 4.1
  • Steals Per Game: 4.7
  • Blocks Per Game: 3.2

Amija Macon has been the standout player for Mater Academy East Las Vegas, leading in all major statistical categories. Her ability to impact the game on both ends of the floor makes her a key player for her team’s success.

Churchill County

• Kortnie B. Simper

  • Points Per Game: 10.7
  • Assists Per Game: 3.1
  • Steals Per Game: 4.8

• Raegan Johnson

  • Rebounds Per Game: 6.8
  • Blocks Per Game: 0.4

Kortnie B. Simper has been an integral part of Churchill County’s offense, leading the team in points and steals. Raegan Johnson has been a solid contributor in the rebounding department, helping the team control the boards.

Record Breakdown by Location

Mater Academy East Las Vegas

• Home: 9-0
• Away: 7-2
• Neutral: 5-5

Churchill County

• Home: 9-2
• Away: 8-1
• Neutral: 6-3

Both teams have strong home and away records. Mater Academy East Las Vegas is undefeated at home, while Churchill County’s away record (8-1) stands out as particularly strong.

Conclusion

Mater Academy East Las Vegas and Churchill County are two formidable teams that will likely make waves this season. With Mater Academy East Las Vegas showcasing an impressive offensive display led by Amija Macon and Churchill County excelling in rebounding and defensive play, this season promises to be full of excitement as both teams battle for dominance in their league and beyond. Keep an eye on these two as they continue their strong campaigns, and watch out for any potential matchups between them, which could be a preview of what’s to come in the postseason.