The Farmville Central High School varsity basketball team (Farmville, NC) will host SouthWest Edgecombe High School (Pinetops, NC) in a home conference game on Friday, January 24, 2025, at 7:30 PM.
Game Details:
- Teams: SouthWest Edgecombe (SWEHS) vs. Farmville Central (FCHS)
- Date: Friday, January 24, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM
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- Location: Farmville Central High School, Farmville, NC
Farmville Central and SouthWest Edgecombe Basketball Showdown: An In-Depth Analysis
As two high-performing high school basketball teams prepare for their next matchup, Farmville Central (Farmville, NC) and SouthWest Edgecombe (Pinetops, NC) bring impressive records and stats to the court. With Farmville Central ranked #25 in the state and #1 in its class, and SouthWest Edgecombe ranked #87 in the state and #7 in its class, the stakes are high for their January 24th conference game.
Season Overview
SouthWest Edgecombe (SWE)
- Record: 11-3 overall, 3-2 in conference play
- Home/Away Performance: 6-2 at home, 5-0 on the road
- Win Percentage: 78.6% overall
- Points Scored (PF): 850
- Points Allowed (PA): 700
SWE has shown a solid season, driven by key players like Zy Thigpen (#2), who leads the team in points (15.8), assists (4.4), and steals (2.4). Justin Bridgers (#3) contributes significantly in rebounds (6.6) and blocks (2.9).
Farmville Central (FCHS)
- Record: 13-4 overall, 5-0 in conference play
- Home/Away Performance: 9-0 at home, 3-1 on the road
- Win Percentage: 76.5% overall
- Points Scored (PF): 1,346
- Points Allowed (PA): 1,044
FCHS has been dominant, led by “MJ” Williams (#11), who averages an astounding 29 points per game, along with 4.5 assists and 5 steals. Xavier Shepard (#23) anchors the defense with 8.5 rebounds per game.
Head-to-Head Matchup
In their previous meeting on December 13, 2024, Farmville Central overwhelmed SouthWest Edgecombe with a decisive 79-40 victory. FCHS’s explosive offense, with 25 points in the first quarter alone, proved too much for SWE. While SWE struggled to find rhythm, FCHS showcased its offensive and defensive prowess, dominating every quarter.
Team Strengths
SouthWest Edgecombe
- Balanced scoring across quarters (60.7 points per game).
- Strong defensive contributions with 8.3 steals and 3.7 blocks per game.
- Key player Zy Thigpen’s all-around contributions provide versatility.
Farmville Central
- Explosive scoring ability (79.2 points per game), especially in the second and third quarters.
- Superior conference play performance (5-0 record).
- Star player “MJ” Williams elevates the team with consistent high-scoring games.
Key Matchups to Watch
- Zy Thigpen vs. “MJ” Williams
Thigpen’s all-around skill set will be tested against Williams’ scoring and defensive prowess. - Battle of the Boards
SWE’s Justin Bridgers and FCHS’s Xavier Shepard will clash under the rim in a test of rebound dominance. - Defensive Intensity
Both teams rely on steals to generate fast-break opportunities, with SWE averaging 8.3 steals per game compared to FCHS’s 1.7.
Game Preview and Predictions
Farmville Central enters the game as the clear favorite, given its undefeated home record and recent dominance over SouthWest Edgecombe. However, SWE’s ability to adjust defensively and find offensive consistency could keep the game competitive.
With “MJ” Williams leading a high-octane offense, SWE’s defense must rise to the occasion to avoid another lopsided defeat. Expect an exciting game with Farmville Central likely securing another win if it maintains its current form.
Final Prediction: Farmville Central 85, SouthWest Edgecombe 58
This highly anticipated game promises intense competition and a showcase of top-tier high school basketball talent. Fans of both teams should prepare for an exciting evening of hoops action.
