The Emerald Ridge Varsity Basketball Team (South Hill, WA) will play a home non-conference game against Rogers (Puyallup, WA) today at 7 PM.

Here’s what you need to know Basketball:

What: Washington, High School Basketball
Who: Emerald Ridge vs Rogers
When: Friday, December 06, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Rogers vs. Emerald Ridge: A Pre-Game Preview of the 2024-2025 Varsity Basketball Matchup

The Rogers (Puyallup, WA) and Emerald Ridge (South Hill, WA) varsity basketball teams are set to face off in an exciting non-conference game this week, as Rogers will travel to Emerald Ridge for a 7:00 PM tip-off on December 6, 2024. Both teams have had varying degrees of success so far in the season, with Rogers searching for its first win, while Emerald Ridge has managed to start the year undefeated.

Current Team Records & Performance

• Rogers (2024-2025)
  • Record: 0-2 overall, 0-1 in district play
  • Points For (PF): 125
  • Points Against (PA): 140
  • Win Percentage: 0.000
  • District Win Percentage: 0.000
• Emerald Ridge (2024-2025)
  • Record: 1-0 overall
  • Points For (PF): 56
  • Points Against (PA): 46
  • Win Percentage: 1.000

Scoring & Stat Comparison

Rogers has had a fairly balanced scoring output in its two games so far, averaging 62.5 points per game, with notable contributions from star player Ryan Avary, who leads the team with 21.5 points per game. The team has shown offensive prowess in the first three quarters of each game, averaging 18.0 points in the first quarter, 16.0 in the second, and 20.0 in the third, before dropping off slightly to 8.5 points in the final quarter.

Emerald Ridge, while having only played one game, demonstrated solid defense, with a final score of 56-46 against Curtis in their season opener. The team’s overall scoring average of 56.0 points per game gives them a slight edge in consistency compared to Rogers. However, it’s still early in the season, and the upcoming matchup will reveal a lot more about both teams’ performances.

Team Leaders

• Rogers:
  • Ryan Avary: 21.5 PPG, 4.5 RPG
  • Treyshawn Weatherspoon: 4.0 APG, 5.5 SPG
  • Eddy Ntwambe: 1.0 BPG
• Emerald Ridge:
  • Team Stats: Emerald Ridge’s top players have yet to be specified, but their solid defense and collective scoring performance against Curtis highlight their team-oriented approach.

Head-to-Head Comparison

Both teams have had varying experiences against common opponents so far. Rogers has suffered losses to Sumner (81-69) and Curtis, while Emerald Ridge has enjoyed success against Curtis (56-46) and other teams. Rogers will look to rebound from a tough early schedule, while Emerald Ridge will be hoping to continue their undefeated streak.

The upcoming matchup will be a critical test for both squads:

• Rogers will look to avoid an 0-3 start and gain momentum ahead of their district schedule.
• Emerald Ridge will aim to extend their perfect season, with a win over Rogers giving them even more confidence going into future games.

Common Opponents:

• Sumner: Rogers lost 81-69 to Sumner, while Emerald Ridge will face them on 12/18/24.
• Curtis: Rogers will look to bounce back from a loss to Curtis, while Emerald Ridge secured a 56-46 victory.

Looking Ahead

This game promises to be an exciting matchup, with both teams eager to prove themselves early in the season. Rogers will need to tighten its defense and close out games stronger, while Emerald Ridge will look to continue its winning ways. As the game approaches, it’s clear that both teams are focused on their long-term goals, but for now, their immediate task is to secure a crucial victory in this non-conference battle.

Be sure to tune in on December 6th at 7:00 PM to catch all the action from Emerald Ridge High School, and don’t miss the return game at Rogers on January 22, 2025, also at 7:00 PM.