The Foyil (OK) varsity basketball team will host Wesleyan Christian (Bartlesville, OK) in a non-conference home game on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7:00 PM.
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What: Oklahoma High School Basketball
Who: Foyil (OK) vs Wesleyan Christian
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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Wesleyan Christian vs. Foyil Basketball: Game Preview and Season Snapshot
The upcoming varsity basketball game between Wesleyan Christian (Bartlesville, OK) and Foyil (OK) promises to be an intriguing non-conference clash. Scheduled for Friday, December 20, at 7 PM, the game pits two teams with contrasting starts to their 2024–25 seasons. Here’s a breakdown of each team’s performance, statistics, and head-to-head preview.
Team Records and Performance
Wesleyan Christian (24-25 Season)
- Overall Record: 3-0
- Home Record: 0-0
- Away Record: 3-0
- Win Percentage: 1.000
- Points Scored (PF): 220
- Points Allowed (PA): 103
- Scoring Average: 73.3 points per game
The Mustangs have started the season on fire, winning all three games convincingly, including dominating performances against Barnsdall (76-35) and South Coffeyville (67-35). Wesleyan Christian has been effective both offensively and defensively, averaging a margin of victory of nearly 39 points per game.
Foyil (24-25 Season)
- Overall Record: 1-4
- District Record: 0-1
- Home Record: 0-0
- Away Record: 1-4
- Win Percentage: .200
- Points Scored (PF): 170
- Points Allowed (PA): 177
- Scoring Average: 34.0 points per game
Foyil has struggled to find its rhythm early in the season, with their sole victory coming against Bluejacket in a close game (1-0). Offensively, the Panthers have struggled, averaging less than half of Wesleyan Christian’s scoring output per game. Defensively, their numbers are slightly better, but they’ll need a significant improvement to compete with the Mustangs.
Head-to-Head Preview
- First Matchup: December 20, 2024, @ Foyil (7 PM)
- Second Matchup: February 4, 2025, @ Wesleyan Christian
The December 20 game marks the first of two non-conference meetings between these teams. Wesleyan Christian enters the matchup as the heavy favorite, given their perfect record and scoring dominance. Foyil, however, will aim to capitalize on their home-court advantage and bounce back from recent losses.
Common Opponent Analysis
Both teams have faced Barnsdall, South Coffeyville, Copan, and Bluejacket with contrasting results.
- Wesleyan Christian: 2-0 against common opponents, including a dominant win over Barnsdall (76-35).
- Foyil: 0-3 against the same opponents, with their closest game being a narrow 42-39 loss to Copan.
This stark difference further underscores Wesleyan Christian’s edge in this matchup.
Key Stats to Watch
- Scoring Differential: Wesleyan Christian boasts a +117 point differential through three games, while Foyil has a -7 differential over five games.
- Quarterly Scoring Trends: While Wesleyan Christian has consistently high scoring averages, Foyil has struggled to put up points, particularly in the latter halves of games.
Game Outlook
Wesleyan Christian will look to continue their unbeaten streak and assert dominance on both ends of the floor. Their balanced offensive attack and strong defense make them the clear favorite. On the other hand, Foyil needs to tighten up defensively and find ways to generate consistent offense to stay competitive.
Prediction: Wesleyan Christian wins comfortably, extending their record to 4-0.
Season Trajectory
- Wesleyan Christian: With a strong start and upcoming favorable matchups, the Mustangs are positioning themselves as a team to beat in non-league play.
- Foyil: The Panthers have opportunities to regroup and focus on district games where their playoff hopes lie.
Basketball fans should mark their calendars for this Friday night clash, as it will be a key moment in the early 2024-25 season narrative for both teams.
