The Darlington (SC) varsity basketball team will host Crestwood (Sumter, SC) in a home conference game today at 7:30 p.m.

Game Details:

• Teams: Crestwood vs Darlington
• Date: Friday, January 17, 2025
• Time: 7:30 p.m.
• Location: Darlington High School
• Live stream: Watch Here

Crestwood vs. Darlington: A Clash of Region Rivals in SC Basketball

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season rolls into the heart of competition, the matchup between Crestwood and Darlington is drawing significant attention. With both teams bringing impressive records to the court, this game is poised to showcase top-tier basketball action. Let’s take a closer look at both teams, their current performances, and what fans can expect in this highly anticipated game.

Crestwood Basketball: A Dominant Force

Crestwood (Sumter, SC) enters this matchup with an outstanding record of 13-1 overall, a perfect 4-0 in their region, and an impressive win percentage of .929. Their offense has been a major strength this season, averaging 68.4 points per game. The team has shown remarkable consistency in their ability to put up points, with strong performances across each quarter. Crestwood’s team scoring averages break down as follows:

• Q1: 18.6 points
• Q2: 15.0 points
• Q3: 17.8 points
• Q4: 16.0 points

These numbers highlight a balanced and potent offense capable of scoring at will. Notable victories for Crestwood include commanding wins over teams like Ragin Prep Christian Academy (91-53), South Florence (60-46), and West Florence (74-40). They also remain undefeated at home, with an 8-0 record, and have yet to lose a region game.

Darlington Basketball: Resilient and Determined

On the other hand, Darlington (SC) comes into the game with an 11-6 overall record. Despite facing a tougher challenge within their region with a 1-3 record, the team has been able to shine in non-league play, with a 6-0 record. Darlington’s average of 49.1 points per game is somewhat lower than Crestwood’s, but they have proven themselves resilient and competitive, often relying on strong defense and key plays in critical moments. Darlington’s team scoring averages by quarter are:

• Q1: 12.4 points
• Q2: 15.3 points
• Q3: 13.0 points
• Q4: 13.3 points

Although Darlington has been inconsistent in their region games, their victories against teams such as Ragin Prep Christian Academy (58-25), Wilson (44-24), and Hartsville (53-44) show they have the ability to pull off strong performances, especially in big moments.

Common Opponents: An Insight into Both Teams’ Strengths

When looking at their common opponents, Crestwood has dominated with a 7-0 record, while Darlington holds a 4-3 record. This includes head-to-head wins and losses against shared teams like South Florence, Lower Richland, and West Florence. Here’s a snapshot of the results between the two teams:

• Crestwood vs. Ragin Prep Christian Academy: Crestwood won 91-53, while Darlington won 58-25.
• Crestwood vs. South Florence: Crestwood won 60-46, while Darlington lost 47-36.
• Crestwood vs. West Florence: Crestwood won 74-40, while Darlington won 44-24.

Crestwood’s undefeated streak against common opponents highlights their dominance, while Darlington’s results indicate that they have struggled against the same teams, but not without showing promise.

Game Preview and Head-to-Head Matchups

As the two teams prepare for their upcoming games, both sides will be looking to establish their superiority. Crestwood, with their high-scoring offense and perfect regional record, will aim to maintain their dominance, especially with their impressive away performance (4-0). Darlington, meanwhile, will look to shake off their regional struggles and prove they can compete at the highest level.

Upcoming Games:

• January 18, 2025: Crestwood @ Darlington, 7:30 PM
• February 11, 2025: Darlington @ Crestwood, 7:30 PM

These games are sure to be high-energy contests, with Crestwood hoping to extend their winning streak and Darlington looking to prove themselves as formidable challengers.

Conclusion

Both Crestwood and Darlington bring unique strengths to the court, and while Crestwood leads in most areas, Darlington is always a team to watch, especially on their home court. Whether it’s Crestwood’s offensive power or Darlington’s resilience, fans are in for an exciting basketball showdown. With both teams preparing for key regional matchups, this game could be pivotal in shaping their future playoff hopes.