The Rock Canyon varsity basketball team (Highlands Ranch, CO) will host a non-conference game against Fruita Monument (Fruita, CO) today at 7 p.m. at Rock Canyon.

Fruita Monument vs Rock Canyon High School Basketball Game Info:

What: Colorado High School Basketball
Who: Fruita Monument vs Rock Canyon
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Fruita Monument vs Rock Canyon

Tonight, the Rock Canyon (Highlands Ranch, CO) varsity basketball team is set to host a non-conference game against Fruita Monument (Fruita, CO) at 7 p.m. at Rock Canyon. Both teams bring strong performances into the game, with Fruita Monument holding an 8-3 record and Rock Canyon sitting at 5-5.

Team Overview

Fruita Monument enters the game with an impressive .727 win percentage, thanks to a 5-1 home record and a balanced mix of successes on the road (2-2) and neutral courts (1-0). Their offense is led by #13 Jhett Wells, who has been exceptional this season, averaging 22.6 points per game. The team is averaging 57.9 points per game, with a strong second-half performance, particularly in the third quarter, where they score an average of 24 points. They also show proficiency in rebounds (30.9 per game) and steals (10.5 per game).

On the other hand, Rock Canyon, with a .500 win percentage, has had a mixed season with a 1-2 home record and a 2-3 away performance, but they are undefeated in neutral games (2-0). They average 58.8 points per game, slightly edging Fruita Monument in scoring, and they have been especially strong in the fourth quarter, averaging 15.7 points. Leading the team is #1 Kasen Lehman with 17.7 points per game. The team also boasts a solid performance in rebounds (21.3 per game), though they have been more vulnerable in steals and assists.

Key Players

Fruita Monument’s Wells is the standout, contributing significantly in scoring, with solid support from #35 Daniel Thomason, who averages 7.8 rebounds per game. Thomason’s defensive efforts, including 2.8 steals per game, bolster the team’s well-rounded play.

For Rock Canyon, Lehman has been a consistent force, while Kai Valentine and Jacob David support the team in both scoring and rebounding, with Valentine averaging 7.2 rebounds per game.

Previous Matchups

Both teams have been effective against common opponents. Fruita Monument has posted victories over teams such as Ponderosa (65-46) and Heritage (80-72), while Rock Canyon will be looking to build momentum after a competitive start to the season.

The Big Game

This matchup is critical for both teams as they continue to establish their identity for the season. With a potent offense from Fruita Monument and a resilient Rock Canyon squad that excels in high-scoring games, tonight’s contest promises to be a thrilling one for basketball fans.

Catch all the action at Rock Canyon High School at 7 p.m. as these two teams battle for supremacy in this non-conference showdown.