The DSST: College View varsity basketball team (Denver, CO) will play a home tournament game against DSST: Green Valley Ranch (Denver, CO) on Thursday, February 20 at 5:00 PM. This game is part of the DPS Girls Basketball Tournament – Bronze Division.
DSST: College View vs DSST: Green Valley Ranch Girls Basketball Playoff Game Info:
What: Colorado High School Girls Basketball Playoff
Who: DSST: College View vs DSST: Green Valley Ranch
When: Thursday, February 20, 2025
Time: 5 PM
Bracket: DPS Girls Basketball Tournament – Bronze Division
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Game preview: DSST: College View vs DSST: Green Valley Ranch
The 2024-2025 varsity basketball season has been a challenging one for both DSST: Green Valley Ranch (GVR) and DSST: College View (CV), as each team has faced a tough slate of games and come up short in many of their matchups. With fluctuating records and a series of difficult losses, both teams are hoping to find momentum as the season nears its conclusion. Let’s dive into their performances, head-to-head comparison, and key player contributions.
Team Performance Breakdown
DSST: Green Valley Ranch (2-17, 1-11 League)
The DSST: Green Valley Ranch team has struggled throughout the season, compiling a 2-17 overall record. Their performance in league play has been similarly tough, winning just one of 12 games. On average, the team has been scoring just 20.5 points per game, with a scoring spread of 4.4 points in the first quarter, 5.1 in the second, 6.9 in the third, and 5.3 in the fourth. Defensively, they have allowed an average of 59.2 points per game, with a total of 1,004 points allowed over the season.
Key contributors for the team include Zahra Anbari, averaging 4.6 points per game, and Gabby Gordon, who leads the team with 9.1 rebounds per game. Despite these efforts, Green Valley Ranch has struggled to find a consistent rhythm.
DSST: College View (6-13, 2-9 League)
DSST: College View has had a somewhat better season, but still has its fair share of struggles with a 6-13 overall record. In league play, they have won just two of nine games. The team has been more successful in scoring, averaging 34.4 points per game. Their scoring is more evenly distributed, with 7.3 points in the first quarter, 6.3 in the second, 9.7 in the third, and 10.2 in the final quarter.
Defensively, however, College View has allowed 914 points, averaging 52.6 points per game allowed. Da’Niyah Hickey has been the standout player for College View, averaging 24.0 points per game and 15.1 rebounds per game, leading both categories for her team.
Head-to-Head Performance
The head-to-head battle between these two teams has been marked by DSST: College View’s dominant 52-25 victory in their most recent game on January 10. In this contest, College View outperformed Green Valley Ranch in every quarter, taking an early lead and maintaining control throughout the game.
Looking ahead, the teams will meet again on February 20 for an away game for Green Valley Ranch at College View. The game will be a crucial opportunity for both teams to salvage their seasons, with Green Valley Ranch looking to improve on their struggles and College View hoping to continue their dominance.
Team Stats Comparison
Statistic | DSST: Green Valley Ranch | DSST: College View |
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Points Per Game | 17.2 | 33.4 |
Rebounds Per Game | 24.7 | 32.8 |
Assists Per Game | 0.3 | 5.7 |
Steals Per Game | 10.5 | 11.6 |
Blocks Per Game | 1.2 | 2.5 |
While Green Valley Ranch has struggled in scoring, they have shown resilience in rebounding, nearly matching College View in that category. However, College View has been significantly better in overall scoring, assists, and steals per game.
Key Players to Watch
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DSST: Green Valley Ranch:
- Zahra Anbari: The team’s leading scorer with 4.6 points per game, Anbari is crucial to Green Valley Ranch’s offense.
- Gabby Gordon: With 9.1 rebounds per game, Gordon plays a key role in helping the team stay competitive in the paint.
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DSST: College View:
- Da’Niyah Hickey: A force on both ends of the floor, Hickey leads College View with 24.0 points and 15.1 rebounds per game, making her a player to watch in this matchup.
- Norma Dominguez: Providing additional support in the assists category with 1.9 per game, Dominguez helps to facilitate the offense for College View.
Conclusion
As the season winds down, both teams will be looking to finish on a high note. For Green Valley Ranch, this means finding ways to improve their scoring efficiency and defense to compete with stronger opponents like College View. On the other hand, College View has the upper hand in recent matchups and will look to keep building momentum, especially with star player Da’Niyah Hickey leading the charge.
Their February 20 matchup promises to be another exciting chapter in their rivalry. Fans can expect a hard-fought contest as each team continues to push forward, despite the difficulties they’ve faced throughout the season.