The Oak Hill Academy Red varsity basketball team (Mouth of Wilson, VA) will host a non-conference game against Elevation Prep Academy (Charlotte, NC) today at 2 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Virginia High School Basketball
Who: Elevation Prep Academy vs Oak Hill Academy Red
When: Today, February 8, 2025
Time: 2:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Elevation Prep Academy vs Oak Hill Academy Red
Virginia high school basketball has seen another exciting season, and Oak Hill Academy Red continues to be a force on the court. With an impressive 17-4 record, Oak Hill Academy Red from Mouth of Wilson, VA, has outperformed many of its opponents, including a recent victory over Elevation Prep Academy (Charlotte, NC), who currently hold a 4-16 record.
Recent Matchup: Oak Hill Academy Red vs. Elevation Prep Academy
In their most recent clash on February 7, Oak Hill Academy Red secured a decisive 69-50 victory over Elevation Prep Academy. The game saw Oak Hill Academy Red controlling the tempo, leading in three out of four quarters. The breakdown of the match was as follows:
- Q1: Oak Hill Academy Red 15 – Elevation Prep Academy 12
- Q2: Oak Hill Academy Red 16 – Elevation Prep Academy 16
- Q3: Oak Hill Academy Red 18 – Elevation Prep Academy 12
- Q4: Oak Hill Academy Red 20 – Elevation Prep Academy 10
- Final Score: Oak Hill Academy Red 69 – Elevation Prep Academy 50
Season Overview and Team Statistics
Oak Hill Academy Red (17-4 Record)
- Home Record: 10-1
- Away Record: 6-2
- Neutral Games: 1-1
- Winning Percentage: 81%
- Points For: 1,525
- Points Against: 1,391
- Region Record: 4-2
- Common Opponent Record: 3-1
Oak Hill Academy Red has consistently outperformed its opponents, averaging 72.6 points per game. Their dominance is evident in their strong second-half performances, averaging 18.7 points in the third quarter and 20.0 points in the fourth quarter.
Elevation Prep Academy (4-16 Record)
- Home Record: 1-4
- Away Record: 2-7
- Neutral Games: 1-5
- Winning Percentage: 20%
- Points For: 1,060
- Points Against: 1,628
- Common Opponent Record: 2-3
Elevation Prep Academy has struggled throughout the season, averaging just 53 points per game. Their inability to close out games has been evident, with their fourth-quarter scoring average dropping to 13.2 points.
Key Team Leaders
Elevation Prep Academy
- Points Per Game: Harvey Bedell – 9.9
- Rebounds Per Game: Didier Ilunga – 6.0
- Assists Per Game: Demarcus Richardson – 1.9
- Steals Per Game: Shamill Johnson – 3.1
- Blocks Per Game: Jyshua Daniels – 0.8
Comparison with Common Opponents
Both teams have faced common opponents, with Oak Hill Academy Red holding a slight advantage. Elevation Prep Academy managed two wins against shared teams, while Oak Hill Academy Red secured three.
- Oak Hill Academy Red vs. Charlotte Elite Academy: Win (74-54)
- Elevation Prep Academy vs. Charlotte Elite Academy: Loss (68-48), Win (65-61)
- Oak Hill Academy Red vs. Quality Education Academy: Win (53-50), Loss (86-71)
- Elevation Prep Academy vs. Quality Education Academy: Win (73-63)
- Oak Hill Academy Red vs. Oak Ridge Military Academy: Win (84-59)
- Elevation Prep Academy vs. Oak Ridge Military Academy: Loss (95-76)
Looking Ahead
Oak Hill Academy Red is set to continue its successful run, with an upcoming home game against Elevation Prep Academy. Given their dominant record and ability to score efficiently, they remain favorites in their matchups.
Elevation Prep Academy, on the other hand, is looking to turn their season around. With standout players like Harvey Bedell and Didier Ilunga, they will need to improve their defensive performances and consistency to compete with top-tier teams like Oak Hill Academy Red.
As the season progresses, Virginia high school basketball fans will be eager to see if Oak Hill Academy Red can maintain their winning momentum and make a deep run in postseason play.
