The Chesapeake Math & IT Academy South (Upper Marlboro, MD) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against New Hope Academy Regional (Landover Hills, MD) on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 6:30 PM.

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What: Prep Schools High School Basketball
Who: CMITAS vs NHAR
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 6:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Team Comparison: New Hope Academy Regional vs. CMITAS (24-25 Season)

As the 2024-2025 season unfolds, two teams—New Hope Academy Regional and CMITAS—are battling for prominence in their respective conferences. Both have shown potential, but their records and performances tell different stories thus far.

Overall Record Comparison

New Hope Academy Regional enters the season with a 7-12 overall record, struggling in the competitive landscape. Their regional performance has been a challenge, with a 0-2 record in their region. Despite their efforts, New Hope Academy Regional has struggled to achieve consistency, particularly in their away games, where they hold a 1-2 record. Their neutral-site performances have been balanced, with a 3-3 record, suggesting potential when not playing at home or on the road.

On the other hand, CMITAS has posted a disappointing 1-3 record in the season thus far. Their region performances have been on par with their overall record, sitting at 1-3. CMITAS also struggles at home (1-1), but their performance away from home (0-2) has been a significant cause for concern. With just one win in four games, CMITAS needs to find ways to adjust their strategy to improve their standing.

Team Scoring Averages

When it comes to scoring, both teams have demonstrated an ability to generate points, but they approach the game differently. New Hope Academy Regional averages 56.8 points per game, with a balanced scoring approach across the four quarters. They excel particularly in the fourth quarter, where they put up an average of 18 points. However, they struggle in the opening periods, only averaging 13.2 points in the first quarter.

CMITAS has a slightly higher scoring average, posting 58.3 points per game. They start strong, averaging 17 points in the first quarter, but their performance drops significantly in the second quarter, where they manage only 6 points. CMITAS tends to recover in the third quarter, averaging 18 points, but they struggle to maintain that pace through the final period.

Statistical Comparison

In terms of statistical production, New Hope Academy Regional leads in several categories. They average 21.8 points per game, compared to CMITAS’s 57.5. While their defense and support play have been solid, they remain behind in scoring efficiency.

• Rebounds: CMITAS holds a slight edge, averaging 6.3 rebounds per game, while New Hope Academy Regional posts 5.7.
• Assists: The assist battle is close, with New Hope Academy Regional averaging 2.1 assists per game and CMITAS a slightly higher 5.3.
• Steals: On defense, New Hope Academy Regional averages 1.8 steals per game, while CMITAS registers 4.5, a significant discrepancy that shows their superior defensive play.
• Blocks: In terms of blocks, CMITAS also leads, averaging 3.5 blocks per game to New Hope Academy Regional’s 1.1.

Key Players to Watch

New Hope Academy Regional:

• Lawson Hopkins has been a consistent scorer, leading the team with 19.3 points per game, while also contributing defensively with 1.1 steals per game.
• Breylon Lewis contributes significantly in rebounds (4.3) and assists (2.7), making him a key contributor to the team’s overall play.

CMITAS:

• Jordan Exton leads CMITAS with 15.5 points per game, showcasing the team’s offensive strength.
• Jayden Webster stands out as a solid contributor in rebounds with 3.0 per game, while Josiah Riley has been key in defensive plays, with 1.5 blocks per game.

Common Opponents

The two teams share a common opponent in Lanham Christian, though their results against them have been different. New Hope Academy Regional faced Lanham Christian twice, with both results ending in losses: 63-57 on December 15 and 62-49 on December 17. CMITAS, however, will face Lanham Christian on February 3, 2025, in a home game. How CMITAS performs against this opponent could offer insights into how they stack up against New Hope Academy Regional.

Head-to-Head Record Breakdown

In terms of head-to-head records, New Hope Academy Regional holds a better performance in terms of overall and regional games. The team’s home record is also better at 3-3, while CMITAS has struggled on the road, holding a 0-2 away record.

Conclusion

As both teams continue to navigate through the 2024-2025 season, there are clear areas of improvement for both New Hope Academy Regional and CMITAS. New Hope Academy Regional has the edge in scoring consistency, but CMITAS shows superior defense and rebounding. Their matchups going forward will determine whether one team can turn its season around, particularly in head-to-head games and against common opponents like Lanham Christian. While New Hope Academy Regional has more experience under its belt, CMITAS will need to address its scoring slump to compete more effectively in future games.