The Clay County (Clay, WV) varsity basketball team will be hosting a home conference game against Doddridge County (West Union, WV) today at 7:30 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: West Virginia High School Basketball
Who: Doddridge County vs Clay County
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Doddridge County vs Clay County

As the West Virginia high school basketball season heats up, teams are looking to cement their legacies with strong performances in both league and non-league matchups. Among the teams to watch, Doddridge County and Clay County are turning heads with their contrasting records and standout players. Let’s take a closer look at both teams through the lens of their rankings, scoring averages, statistical comparisons, and head-to-head performances.

Team Overview

• Doddridge County (24-25)
  Overall Record: 7-0
  Region Record: 6-0
  Home Record: 5-0
  Away Record: 2-0
  Winning Percentage: 100%
  Points For (PF): 457
  Points Against (PA): 301
• Clay County (24-25)
  Overall Record: 2-5
  Region Record: 2-1
  Home Record: 2-2
  Away Record: 0-3
  Winning Percentage: 28.6%
  Points For (PF): 332
  Points Against (PA): 443

Scoring Averages

The two teams have shown contrasting performances in terms of scoring.

• Doddridge County has been impressive, averaging 65.3 points per game. The team excels across all quarters, with a particularly strong second quarter, where they score 18 points on average. Their scoring ability has been led by #11 Jerod Trent, who averages 13.7 points per game.
• Clay County, on the other hand, struggles to keep pace, with an average of only 47.4 points per game. They perform best in the fourth quarter, but their overall consistency in scoring has been an issue, particularly in the first and third quarters.

Team Stat Comparison

• Points Per Game: Doddridge County’s offensive firepower stands out with an average of 65.0 points per game compared to Clay County’s 47.4.
• Rebounds Per Game: Doddridge County leads with 32.9 rebounds per game, an area where they dominate both offensively and defensively.
• Assists, Steals, and Blocks: Doddridge County also outperforms Clay County in assists (17.4 vs. an undisclosed figure for Clay County), steals (12.0 vs. an undisclosed figure), and blocks (2.7 vs. an undisclosed figure), showcasing their overall defensive strength and playmaking ability.

Key Players

• Jerod Trent (Doddridge County) is undoubtedly the standout player, contributing significantly in scoring, assists, and steals. His performance has been vital to the team’s perfect season so far.
• Jaden Solomon (Doddridge County) also stands out as a strong rebounder with 6.6 boards per game, supporting his team on both ends of the floor.

Common Opponents

Both teams have had matchups with similar opponents, but their records against these teams diverge.

• Gilmer County: Doddridge County defeated Gilmer County twice, with a dominant 71-43 win and a 71-42 victory. Meanwhile, Clay County also defeated Gilmer County, with a 62-53 win.
• South Harrison: Doddridge County won 51-31 and 64-47 in their two encounters. Clay County’s upcoming match against South Harrison will be a key challenge for them.
• Roane County: Doddridge County handed Roane County a 62-44 loss, while Clay County also managed a win, 52-45, but with a more narrow margin.
• Calhoun: Doddridge County secured a dominant 77-44 victory over Calhoun, while Clay County still has a few upcoming games against this team.

Record Breakdown

• Head-to-Head: Doddridge County maintains an undefeated record against Clay County, leading in both overall and league play.
• Common Opponents: Doddridge County has a perfect 6-0 record against common opponents, while Clay County sits at 2-1. This highlights Doddridge County’s stronger performance against similar teams.

Looking Ahead

The remaining games for both teams will be crucial in shaping the outcome of the season. Doddridge County looks to continue their dominance with their perfect record, while Clay County has plenty of opportunities to bounce back. The difference in offensive and defensive play will likely continue to be a determining factor in each team’s success moving forward. For now, Doddridge County remains the team to beat in their region, while Clay County will need to improve consistency across all quarters to turn their season around.