The Covenant Christian Academy varsity basketball team (West Peabody, MA) will host Marie Philip (Framingham, MA) for a home non-conference game on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 5:30 PM.

Here’s what you need Basketball to know:

What: Prep Schools High School Basketball
Who: Covenant Christian Academy vs Marie Philip
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 5:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Team Comparison: Marie Philip vs. Covenant Christian Academy (2024-2025 Season)

As the 2024-2025 basketball season continues, a key matchup emerges between two teams with contrasting records: Marie Philip and Covenant Christian Academy. Let’s break down the key statistics and performances of both teams to offer a comprehensive look at their standing and what we can expect going forward.

Record and Performance Overview

Marie Philip (2024-2025)

• Overall Record: 9-1
• League Record: 4-1
• Home Record: 4-0
• Away Record: 2-1
• Neutral Site Record: 3-0
• Win Percentage: 90%
• League Win Percentage: 80%
• Points For (PF): 569
• Points Against (PA): 372

Marie Philip is off to a strong start with a 9-1 overall record, showing their dominance both in league and non-league play. Their high scoring average (56.9 points per game) and impressive defensive numbers (allowing only 372 points across 10 games) suggest that they are a balanced and formidable team.

Covenant Christian Academy (2024-2025)

• Overall Record: 0-2
• Home Record: 0-1
• Away Record: 0-1
• Win Percentage: 0%
• Points For (PF): 92
• Points Against (PA): 149

Covenant Christian Academy, in contrast, has struggled this season with an 0-2 record. The team’s offense has struggled to find rhythm, as evidenced by their low points per game (46.0), and their defense has allowed 149 points in those two games. Their early-season woes have put them in a challenging position, but they still have time to improve as the season progresses.

Scoring and Stat Comparison

• Marie Philip:
  • Points per Game: 56.9
  • Rebounds per Game: 39.1
  • Assists per Game: 11.7
  • Steals per Game: 15.4
  • Blocks per Game: 2.5
• Covenant Christian Academy:
  • Points per Game: 46.0 (only available stat)

Marie Philip leads the statistical categories across the board, particularly in scoring and defense. Their rebounding, assists, steals, and blocks numbers show a well-rounded team effort. Covenant Christian Academy’s lack of additional data highlights their struggles this season in multiple facets of the game.

Team Leaders

• Marie Philip:
  • Xavier DeLeon: 28.0 points per game, 12.0 rebounds per game, 5.0 assists per game, 6.1 steals per game

Xavier DeLeon is a standout player for Marie Philip, posting excellent all-around numbers. His scoring, rebounding, and defensive stats place him among the top performers in the league and are critical to his team’s success.

Common Opponents and Head-to-Head Breakdown

Both teams have faced off against some common opponents, but with different results.

• Marie Philip vs. Newman: Lost 74-53 (12/17/24)
• Covenant Christian Academy vs. Newman: Lost (12/6/24)

Marie Philip’s loss to Newman on December 17, 2024, suggests that while they have had a strong season, they are not invincible. Covenant Christian Academy has also faced Newman, but the score and outcome are not available.

Additionally, both teams will face Cambridge and Boston University Academy later in the season. These matchups could further shape their seasons and offer chances for redemption or continued struggles.

Head-to-Head Record Breakdown

In terms of head-to-head play, Marie Philip holds a significant advantage over Covenant Christian Academy, with a 9-1 overall record versus Covenant Christian Academy’s 0-2 record. This disparity is particularly evident in league and non-league performances, as Marie Philip has been undefeated in both contexts.

• Marie Philip Record Breakdown:
  • 4-1 in league play
  • 4-0 at home
  • 2-1 away
  • 3-0 neutral games
• Covenant Christian Academy Record Breakdown:
  • 0-0 in league play
  • 0-1 at home
  • 0-1 away
  • 0-0 neutral games

Conclusion

While both teams have faced challenges this season, Marie Philip stands out as the dominant team in this matchup, with a high win percentage, strong offensive output, and balanced defense. Covenant Christian Academy will need to improve both offensively and defensively if they are to turn their season around and compete effectively in future matchups. Key games against common opponents like Cambridge and Boston University Academy will be critical for both teams, with Marie Philip hoping to maintain their strong performance and Covenant Christian Academy hoping to find their first win of the season.