The Heide Trask varsity basketball team (Rocky Point, NC) will host East Bladen (Elizabethtown, NC) for a home conference game on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 7:30 PM.
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What: North Carolina High School Basketball
Who: Heide Trask vs East Bladen
When: Friday, December 13, 2024
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
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East Bladen vs. Heide Trask: A Key Basketball Showdown in the NC Conference
Date: Friday, December 13, 2024
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Heide Trask High School (Rocky Point, NC)
The East Bladen Eagles will face off against the Heide Trask Titans in a crucial conference basketball game this Friday, December 13, 2024. With both teams struggling to find consistency in the early stages of the season, this matchup promises to be an exciting contest that could set the tone for the rest of their campaigns.
Current Records and Team Overview
East Bladen (3-4, .429 Win Percentage)
- Home: 1-2
- Away: 2-2
- Points For (PF): 316
- Points Against (PA): 350
Heide Trask (1-4, .200 Win Percentage)
- Home: 1-1
- Away: 0-3
- Points For (PF): 275
- Points Against (PA): 315
East Bladen enters this game with a slightly better record, sitting at 3-4. They have shown resilience on the road with a 2-2 away record, though their defense has been a concern, allowing 350 points so far. Meanwhile, Heide Trask, at 1-4, has struggled both at home and away, with a particular issue playing on the road, where they are winless at 0-3.
Team Scoring Trends
East Bladen Scoring Breakdown
- Q1: 10.5
- Q2: 3.0
- Q3: 12.0
- Q4: 14.5
- Total: 45.1 PPG
Heide Trask Scoring Breakdown
- Q1: 12.0
- Q2: 13.3
- Q3: 11.3
- Q4: 14.7
- Total: 55.0 PPG
East Bladen has had trouble finding consistency in the first half of games, particularly in the second quarter, where they only average 3 points per game. However, they tend to pick up the pace in the second half, especially in the fourth quarter. In contrast, Heide Trask has been more balanced throughout the game, with their highest scoring period being the second quarter, where they average 13.3 points.
Key Players to Watch
East Bladen
- Matthias Sonne (13.0 PPG) – Leading scorer for East Bladen, with a strong presence on both ends of the court.
- Trey Cheatam (6.8 RPG) – The team’s rebounding leader, providing crucial support on the glass.
- Trey Paffenroth (4.0 APG) – A reliable playmaker for the Eagles, facilitating their offensive sets.
- Quincy Moore (0.7 BPG) – The team’s primary shot blocker, key to protecting the rim.
Heide Trask
- Key Players: The Titans rely on a more balanced scoring effort with several players contributing across different categories, though they haven’t yet found a consistent star to carry them through games.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced similar competition this season, but East Bladen has had the upper hand in their matchups. The Eagles are 1-3 against common opponents, while Heide Trask has yet to win against teams with shared opponents, holding a 0-2 record.
Recent Results
East Bladen is coming off a win against North Brunswick (65-62) but has struggled in recent losses, including a narrow defeat against West Brunswick (43-39). Heide Trask, meanwhile, has lost most of their recent games, including a tough 85-64 loss to West Brunswick on November 26, 2024.
What’s at Stake?
With both teams underperforming relative to their expectations, this game presents a prime opportunity for either team to gain momentum. East Bladen will look to extend their road success, while Heide Trask will aim to break their losing streak, especially in front of their home crowd.
The upcoming game between East Bladen and Heide Trask is more than just another conference matchup—it’s a chance for one of these teams to turn their season around. Who will emerge victorious? Fans can expect an exciting contest on December 13 at 7:30 PM.
