The South Pasadena (CA) varsity water polo team will host Granada Hills Charter (Granada Hills, CA) today at 5 PM at La Canada HS for a playoff game. This matchup is part of the 2024 CIF SoCal Boys Water Polo Championships – Division III tournament.

Granada Hills Charter vs South Pasadena Water Polo Game Info:

What: California High School Water Polo
Who: Granada Hills Charter vs South Pasadena
When: Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Time: 5 p.m.
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Game preview: Granada Hills Charter vs South Pasadena

As the 2024-2025 Boys Water Polo season unfolds, the upcoming match between Granada Hills Charter and South Pasadena promises to be an exciting contest, with both teams bringing strong performances and unique strengths to the pool. Here’s a detailed look at both teams’ rankings, records, and key statistics as they prepare for their next showdown.

Team Records and Rankings

Granada Hills Charter (24-25)

• National Rank: 269
• California Rank: 209
• Section Rank: 2
• Section Division Rank: 2

Granada Hills Charter enters the match with a 5-6 overall record, with a slightly underwhelming 2-4 league record. Their performance has been mixed, with the team showing resilience in non-league games, where they boast a 3-0 record. However, their league games have proven challenging, reflected in their 1-4 away record. The team has scored 134 goals while allowing 131, with a win percentage of .455 and a league win percentage of .333.

South Pasadena (24-25)

• National Rank: 177
• California Rank: 139
• Section Rank: 68
• Section Division Rank: 17

South Pasadena has a stronger overall record at 18-11 and a solid 5-5 league record. They excel both at home (9-7) and in neutral-site games (4-1), with a .621 win percentage and a league win percentage of .500. The team has been dominant in non-league matchups, evidenced by their 5-3 away record. South Pasadena has scored 335 goals and allowed 276, showcasing their offensive depth and solid defense.

Scoring Averages

Both teams are known for their offensive prowess, but they have different scoring trends:

• Granada Hills Charter averages 4.0 goals in the first quarter, 3.0 in the second, 4.0 in the third, and 3.0 in the fourth, totaling an average of 12.2 goals per game.
• South Pasadena, on the other hand, averages 5.0 goals in the first and second quarters, but their offense slows down in the second half, averaging only 2.0 goals in both the third and fourth quarters. Their final average is 11.6 goals per game.

Key Players

Granada Hills Charter

• Kenta Fernandes is the standout player for Granada Hills Charter, leading the team with 48 goals and 52 shots on goal. He has proven to be a pivotal part of the team’s offensive attack, and his performance will be crucial to any potential upset against South Pasadena.

South Pasadena

• South Pasadena also boasts key players, with a well-balanced team contributing to their high-scoring average. Their offense is potent, and players like Kenta Fernandes from Granada Hills will need to step up to compete with their offensive depth.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced Birmingham, but with different results. Granada Hills Charter has lost both of their matchups with Birmingham, suffering a 10-7 defeat on October 9 and a 10-6 loss on October 28. In contrast, South Pasadena has performed better against Birmingham, winning 14-6 in their September 13 matchup.

Team Comparisons

• Granada Hills Charter has scored a total of 146 goals on 187 shots, with a goal-to-shot ratio of approximately 0.78.
• South Pasadena, with 335 goals scored, has been much more prolific offensively, and their high goal count is indicative of their offensive strength.

Record Breakdown

• Granada Hills Charter:
  • 5-6 Overall
  • 2-4 League
  • 1-2 Home
  • 1-4 Away
  • 3-0 Neutral
• South Pasadena:
  • 18-11 Overall
  • 5-5 League
  • 9-7 Home
  • 5-3 Away
  • 4-1 Neutral

Conclusion

The upcoming game between Granada Hills Charter and South Pasadena is set to be a competitive one. While Granada Hills Charter has the potential for explosive offensive performances led by Kenta Fernandes, South Pasadena enters as the stronger team both in terms of overall record and scoring consistency. Granada Hills will need to capitalize on their home advantage and find ways to counter South Pasadena’s potent attack if they are to pull off an upset.

This game will certainly be one to watch as both teams aim to secure a victory and improve their standings for the remainder of the season.