The Crete-Monee varsity basketball team (Crete, IL) will play a home conference game against Rich Township (Olympia Fields, IL) on Friday, January 17 at 6:30 PM.
Crete-Monee vs Rich Township Game Info:
What: Illinois High School Basketball
Who: Crete-Monee (IL) vs Rich Township (IL)
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 6:30 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Crete-Monee vs Rich Township
As the basketball season heats up, two South Suburban teams are set to clash in a highly anticipated matchup on January 17, 2025. The Rich Township (Olympia Fields, IL) varsity basketball team will face off against Crete-Monee (Crete, IL) in a conference game. This game promises to deliver exciting action as both teams bring their strengths to the court.
Team Records and Overview
Rich Township enters the game with a solid 12-4 overall record and a perfect 4-0 in conference play. The team has been dominant at home with a 5-1 record, but they’ve also shown resilience on the road, with a 3-0 record in away games. With a winning percentage of .750, they have been impressive in both their offense and defense, averaging 70.3 points per game and holding their opponents to 902 total points so far this season.
Crete-Monee, on the other hand, holds a 15-6 record overall and is 3-2 in conference games. While they have been strong at home (3-1), their away performance stands at 5-1, demonstrating their ability to compete on the road. With a scoring average of 48.2 points per game, they will need to find ways to overcome the high-scoring offense of Rich Township. However, Crete-Monee has managed to keep their opponents’ points relatively low, with a total of 893 points allowed this season.
Key Players to Watch
Rich Township’s star player, Al Brooks, has been instrumental in their success this season. Brooks averages 17.1 points per game, 9.8 rebounds per game, and contributes significantly with 2.2 steals and 1.2 blocks per game. His leadership on both ends of the court will be a key factor in the outcome of this game.
Crete-Monee will also rely on standout performances from their top players. While the team has not listed individual statistics, they will need a collective effort to keep up with the high-scoring Rich Township squad.
Head-to-Head History and Common Opponents
Both teams have a history of strong performances against common opponents. Rich Township holds a perfect 5-0 record against these teams, while Crete-Monee boasts a 4-2 record. Notable victories for Rich Township include wins against Thornton (66-28), Thornwood (67-39), and Hammond Bishop Noll (89-46). Crete-Monee has also had success, beating Thornwood (64-47), Hammond Bishop Noll (2-0 forfeit), and Thornridge (53-46).
Statistical Breakdown
Rich Township outpaces Crete-Monee in several key categories, especially in scoring, where they average 64.9 points per game compared to Crete-Monee’s 48.2. The Rich Township team also leads in rebounds (31.9 per game) and assists (12.2 per game), with 9.0 steals and 2.9 blocks.
Crete-Monee will have to step up in these areas to have a chance at victory. Although they have been competitive in their own right, the matchup will ultimately come down to whether they can handle the offensive firepower of Rich Township.
What to Expect
As the game approaches, all eyes will be on the performance of Rich Township’s Al Brooks, who will look to continue his dominant play on both ends of the court. The challenge for Crete-Monee will be to find ways to disrupt his rhythm and keep the game at a pace that suits their style.
Rich Township has been perfect in conference play, and this game will give them a chance to further solidify their position at the top. Meanwhile, Crete-Monee will look to pull off an upset and improve their conference standing as they aim to compete with the best in the league.
This showdown promises to be one of the most exciting games of the season, and basketball fans won’t want to miss it!
The action kicks off at 6:30 PM on Friday, January 17, at Crete-Monee High School, and a return game is scheduled for February 14 at Rich Township. Both teams will be looking to secure a crucial victory as the season heats up.
