The Draper APA varsity basketball team (Draper, UT) will host a home non-conference game against Utah Military Academy – Hill Field (Riverdale, UT) on Friday, December 6, at 7:00 PM.

Matchup Details Basketball:

What: Utah, High School Basketball
Who: raper APA vs UMAHF
When: Friday, December 06, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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UMAHF vs. Draper APA: A Comparative Look at Early Season Performances

As the 2024-2025 season continues, the UMAHF and Draper APA basketball teams are carving their respective paths in what promises to be a competitive year. The two schools, though still early in their campaigns, have had varying levels of success. Here’s a breakdown of their current standings, scoring, and key statistics as both teams continue to develop.

Team Overview

UMAHF has struggled so far with a 1-2 overall record, showing a relatively strong performance on the road (1-0) but facing challenges at home (0-2). In contrast, Draper APA has been more successful, holding a 2-1 overall record, with an impressive 2-0 mark at home, although they are still finding their footing on the road with a 0-1 away record.

Team Records:

• UMAHF: 1-2 overall, 0-2 at home, 1-0 away, Win Percentage: .333, Points For (PF): 135, Points Against (PA): 199
• Draper APA: 2-1 overall, 2-0 at home, 0-1 away, Win Percentage: .667, Points For (PF): 191, Points Against (PA): 156

Scoring Averages

When it comes to offensive firepower, Draper APA has proven to be more consistent, averaging 63.7 points per game. Their scoring is well-distributed across the quarters, with the most substantial scoring coming in the third quarter (19.0 points). They tend to start strong, averaging 17.0 points in the first quarter, which has helped them establish leads early in games.

UMAHF, on the other hand, struggles to keep pace, averaging only 45 points per game. Their scoring starts slow in the first quarter, with just 6.0 points on average, but they improve as the game progresses, particularly in the fourth quarter (20.0 points), showing potential for late-game surges.

Team Scoring Averages:

• UMAHF: Q1: 6.0, Q2: 13.0, Q3: 16.0, Q4: 20.0, Final: 45.0
• Draper APA: Q1: 17.0, Q2: 15.3, Q3: 19.0, Q4: 12.3, Final: 63.7

Key Statistical Comparisons

Looking deeper into their performances, Draper APA leads in almost every key statistic. They average more points per game (64.0 vs. 45.0), out-rebound their opponents (29.0 vs. 15.0), and dish out more assists (15.0 vs. 10.5). UMAHF also lags behind in steals, with Draper APA’s Jones Strong averaging 3.0 steals per game compared to UMAHF’s leader with just 1.0 steal.

Defensively, UMAHF struggles in limiting their opponents’ scoring, giving up an average of 199 points in three games, while Draper APA’s defense has been more effective, allowing just 156 points across three games.

Team Stat Comparison:

• UMAHF: Points Per Game: 45.0, Rebounds Per Game: 15.0, Assists Per Game: 10.5, Steals Per Game: 5.7, Blocks Per Game: 0.5
• Draper APA: Points Per Game: 64.0, Rebounds Per Game: 29.0, Assists Per Game: 15.0, Steals Per Game: 10.5, Blocks Per Game: 0.5

Top Performers

Looking at individual contributions, Urban Baldwin of UMAHF is leading his team in points (15.5) and assists (5.0), while Lucian Greenwell contributes heavily in rebounding with 8.0 boards per game. For Draper APA, Jones Strong is a standout performer, leading the team with 3.0 steals per game, as well as contributing 15.7 points per game. Max Jacobsen has also made his presence felt with 0.5 blocks per game, adding defensive stability.

Team Leaders:

• UMAHF:
  • Points Per Game: #4 Urban Baldwin (15.5)
  • Rebounds Per Game: #22 Lucian Greenwell (8.0)
  • Assists Per Game: #4 Urban Baldwin (5.0)
  • Steals Per Game: #2 Jones Strong (3.0)
  • Blocks Per Game: #12 Max Jacobsen (0.5)
• Draper APA:
  • Points Per Game: #4 Jones Strong (15.7)
  • Rebounds Per Game: #22 Lucian Greenwell (3.0)
  • Assists Per Game: #4 Urban Baldwin (5.0)
  • Steals Per Game: #2 Jones Strong (3.0)
  • Blocks Per Game: #12 Max Jacobsen (0.5)

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced common opponents this season. UMAHF has struggled against teams like St. Joseph and Waterford, losing both contests. Draper APA, however, has managed to secure a victory against Merit Preparatory Academy, a common opponent to both teams, showing their ability to compete in similar matchups.

Common Opponent Results:

• UMAHF: 0-2 against St. Joseph, Waterford
• Draper APA: 1-0 against Merit Preparatory Academy

Conclusion

While both teams are still finding their rhythm in the early stages of the season, Draper APA appears to have the edge in terms of overall performance. Their balanced scoring, defensive effectiveness, and individual standout performances from players like Jones Strong and Max Jacobsen put them in a stronger position moving forward.

On the other hand, UMAHF has shown flashes of potential, especially in their ability to perform in the latter parts of games. If they can start faster and tighten up defensively, they may be able to reverse their fortunes as the season progresses.

As both teams continue to face off against common opponents in the coming weeks, the ability to execute in all four quarters and maintain consistency will be key to their success.