The Hargrave Military Academy (Chatham, VA) varsity basketball team will host Bull City Prep National (Charlotte, NC) today at 4:30 PM for a non-conference game.

Matchup Details:

• Teams: Bull City Prep National vs. Hargrave Military Academy
• Date: Friday, January 24, 2025
• Time: 4:30 PM
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• Event: Elite Prep League Session III

Bull City Prep National vs. Hargrave Military Academy: A Midseason Comparison

As the 2024-2025 basketball season continues to unfold, two teams stand out for their competitive performances: Bull City Prep National and Hargrave Military Academy. Both teams have demonstrated impressive capabilities, but they also have areas of improvement to focus on. This article compares these two teams based on their performance statistics, records, and other key metrics.

Records & Win Percentages

Bull City Prep National (24-25):

• Record: 11-12
• Home: 2-1
• Away: 0-6
• Neutral: 9-5
• Win Percentage: 47.8%
• Points For (PF): 1,591
• Points Against (PA): 1,601

Bull City Prep’s overall record of 11-12 reflects a team that performs well in neutral settings, with a strong 9-5 record. However, their struggles away from home have hindered their win percentage.

Hargrave Military Academy (24-25):

• Record: 15-13
• Home: 7-4
• Away: 5-5
• Neutral: 3-4
• Win Percentage: 53.6%
• Points For (PF): 1,828
• Points Against (PA): 1,781

Hargrave Military Academy has shown better consistency across all types of games. Their 15-13 record, with a winning percentage above .500, showcases a more balanced team that performs well both at home and away.

Team Scoring Averages

In terms of scoring, both teams exhibit solid offensive performances, but with different patterns in their game flow.

• Bull City Prep National:
  • Q1: 18.8
  • Q2: 19.5
  • Q3: 21.0
  • Q4: 18.8
  • Overall: 69.2 points per game

Bull City Prep tends to maintain steady scoring throughout the game. Their performance in the third quarter, where they average 21 points, highlights their ability to finish strong.

• Hargrave Military Academy:
  • Q1: 13.9
  • Q2: 18.3
  • Q3: 18.3
  • Q4: 15.0
  • OT1: 6.0
  • OT2: 6.0
  • Overall: 65.3 points per game

Hargrave Military Academy, on the other hand, has more fluctuations in scoring, particularly in the final quarter. Their scoring output drops significantly in the overtime periods, highlighting a potential area of concern for clutch performances.

Statistical Breakdown

Bull City Prep National:

• Points Per Game: 42.0
• Rebounds Per Game: 19.3
• Assists Per Game: 9.0
• Steals Per Game: 4.9
• Blocks Per Game: 1.1

Hargrave Military Academy:

• Points Per Game: 42.0
• Rebounds Per Game: 19.3
• Assists Per Game: 9.0
• Steals Per Game: 4.9
• Blocks Per Game: 1.1

Both teams have similar statistical averages, including points per game, rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks. However, the similarities in these metrics underscore the competitiveness between these two programs, with each side showcasing strengths in key areas such as defense (steals) and teamwork (assists).

Team Leaders

• Bull City Prep National:
  • Points Per Game: Kendall Lanier (13.9)
  • Rebounds Per Game: Teshawn Ricks (7.0)
  • Assists Per Game: Jalen Carter (3.6)
  • Steals Per Game: Kendall Lanier (1.7)
  • Blocks Per Game: Gabriel Mugabo (0.6)
• Hargrave Military Academy:
  • Points Per Game: Kendall Lanier (5.0)
  • Rebounds Per Game: Teshawn Ricks (2.7)
  • Assists Per Game: Jalen Carter (1.1)
  • Steals Per Game: Kendall Lanier (0.9)
  • Blocks Per Game: Gabriel Mugabo (0.3)

Notably, Kendall Lanier appears as a key player for Bull City Prep National, leading in both points and steals, which reflects his overall impact on the game. Teshawn Ricks and Jalen Carter are also pivotal players for Bull City Prep, contributing significantly in rebounds and assists.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced Word of God Christian Academy National and Ambassador Christian School. Bull City Prep has struggled against Word of God, losing twice, while Hargrave Military Academy achieved a solid victory against them. The upcoming games against Ambassador Christian School will be crucial in understanding how both teams perform under similar circumstances.

Record Breakdown

• Bull City Prep National:
  • 11-11 in non-league play
  • 0-0 against league opponents
  • 2-1 at home
  • 0-6 away
• Hargrave Military Academy:
  • 6-5 in non-league play
  • 4-5 in league play
  • 7-4 at home
  • 5-5 away

Hargrave’s more balanced results in both home and away games highlight their greater consistency. Meanwhile, Bull City Prep must improve their away record to strengthen their overall standing.

Conclusion

As the season progresses, both Bull City Prep National and Hargrave Military Academy are showing their potential, but with clear paths for improvement. Bull City Prep has strengths in neutral-site games but needs to work on their away performance, while Hargrave’s solid overall record indicates they may be better prepared for a deeper playoff run. It will be interesting to see how both teams adjust in the coming games, especially as they approach matchups against each other and other top contenders.