As the 2024-25 high school basketball season progresses, two strong teams, St. Dominic and Forest Hills, are set to face off in what promises to be an exciting matchup. Both teams have had impressive seasons so far, with solid records and strong performances in their respective regions. Let’s take a closer look at how these teams compare.

Season Performance & Records

St. Dominic holds a 13-6 overall record, including a perfect 2-0 mark in region play. They have performed well on the road (6-1) and on neutral courts (5-2), showing they can win in different environments. Forest Hills, on the other hand, has a 15-5 record with a stronger region performance at 13-2. Their home record is better (7-2) than St. Dominic’s (2-3), but their away (6-3) and neutral site (2-0) performances indicate they are well-balanced.

Scoring Comparison

Forest Hills has a slight edge in scoring, averaging 49.0 points per game, compared to St. Dominic’s 47.5 points per game. The breakdown of Forest Hills’ scoring by quarter shows that they start strong, averaging 18.0 points in the first quarter, but their offensive output drops in the second (6.0 points) before recovering in the second half. St. Dominic’s quarter-by-quarter scoring data isn’t available, but their overall average suggests they can keep up with Forest Hills in a close game.

Common Opponent Results

Looking at common opponents, St. Dominic holds a 1-0 record, while Forest Hills is 3-1. The biggest difference comes from their matchups against Carrabec. St. Dominic has yet to play them, but Forest Hills suffered a 61-56 loss to Carrabec on December 16 before bouncing back with a 48-44 win on December 27. Both teams secured comfortable victories over Temple Academy, with St. Dominic winning 57-44 and Forest Hills winning 55-25 and 46-35.

Strengths & Weaknesses

Forest Hills has shown dominance in regional play, with a 13-2 record compared to St. Dominic’s 2-0. However, St. Dominic’s ability to win in neutral settings (5-2) could give them an advantage in a playoff atmosphere.

Defensively, Forest Hills has allowed fewer points per game (657 total PA) compared to St. Dominic (707 total PA), which could be a key factor in a tight contest.

Final Thoughts

Both teams are strong competitors, and this matchup could go either way. Forest Hills has the advantage in overall record, scoring, and regional dominance, but St. Dominic’s ability to perform well in neutral environments could make things interesting. If Forest Hills can maintain their first-quarter scoring strength and tighten up in the second quarter, they may have the upper hand. However, if St. Dominic can take advantage of any scoring lapses, they have a shot at an upset.

No matter the outcome, this game is shaping up to be a must-watch for high school basketball fans.