The Heritage Christian varsity basketball team (Brooklyn, OH) will host a non-conference game against Westside Christian Academy (Westlake, OH) on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 6:15 PM.

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What: Ohio High School Basketball
Who: Heritage Christian vs Westside Christian Academy
When: Friday, December 13, 2024
Time: 6:15. p.m. ET
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Westside Christian Academy vs. Heritage Christian: A Preview of December 13th Showdown

On Friday, December 13th, the Westside Christian Academy (Westlake, OH) varsity basketball team will travel to Brooklyn, OH, to face off against Heritage Christian in a highly anticipated non-conference matchup. The game is set to begin at 6:15 PM. Both teams are coming off different seasons, with Westside Christian enjoying a strong start to the year, while Heritage Christian has struggled in their opening games.

Westside Christian Academy: A Strong Start

Westside Christian Academy enters the game with a solid 7-2 overall record, boasting a win percentage of .778. The team has shown their strength both at home and away, with a 2-0 record at home, a 2-0 record on the road, and a 3-2 mark in neutral site games. With an average of 49.3 points per game, Westside Christian has proven to be a scoring machine. Their offense is led by star player Calvin Cottenden, who is averaging 15.4 points per game. Cottenden also excels in other areas, with 6.9 rebounds, 3.4 steals, and 0.6 blocks per game.

As a team, Westside Christian’s well-rounded effort extends beyond their scoring. They average 25.2 rebounds, 8.7 assists, and 12 steals per game, showing their ability to impact both ends of the floor. In their recent games, the team has managed to win close contests such as their 46-44 victory over HEARTS for Jesus Christ and decisive wins like their 83-49 triumph over Mentor Christian.

Heritage Christian: Struggling to Find Consistency

In stark contrast, Heritage Christian has had a tough start to the season, holding a 0-5 record. They have struggled both at home (0-1) and on the road (0-4). Their offense has been inconsistent, averaging only 29.8 points per game. Joey Fusco leads the team in scoring with 13.8 points per game, but Heritage Christian has had difficulty finding scoring options beyond him. They have also struggled defensively, allowing their opponents to score at will, including a recent 80-43 loss to HEARTS for Jesus Christ.

Despite these challenges, Heritage Christian is looking to turn things around. Their schedule has been tough, and they will be hoping to use the home court advantage to bounce back against Westside Christian Academy.

Key Matchups

• Westside Christian’s Offense vs. Heritage Christian’s Defense: With Westside Christian averaging nearly 50 points per game, they will look to exploit Heritage Christian’s defensive struggles. The game will likely hinge on whether Heritage Christian can contain Cottenden and the explosive offense of Westside Christian.
• Rebounding Battle: Westside Christian dominates the glass, averaging 25.2 rebounds per game, a key stat that will likely give them an edge over Heritage Christian, who has been lacking in this area.
• Leadership: Cottenden’s all-around play will be crucial. His ability to score, rebound, and defend will make it difficult for Heritage Christian to mount a challenge. On the other hand, Heritage Christian will need a big performance from Fusco to have any chance at upsetting Westside Christian.

Looking Ahead

As for the rest of the season, Westside Christian Academy continues to build momentum with their impressive 7-2 start. They will be looking to maintain their strong form and secure key wins in non-conference and league play. For Heritage Christian, Friday’s game marks a crucial opportunity to turn their season around and finally secure their first win. They’ll need to build on their recent improvements and rely on the energy of their home crowd to overcome their struggles.

In their previous encounters, Westside Christian has held a dominant 5-1 record against common opponents, while Heritage Christian has yet to find success, posting a 0-2 record in the same stretch.

Conclusion

With a matchup between a high-scoring Westside Christian team and a struggling Heritage Christian squad, this game promises to be an exciting clash. Westside Christian looks to extend their winning ways, while Heritage Christian will aim to pull off an upset and gain their first victory of the season. The game is set to tip off at 6:15 PM on December 13th, and fans can expect an intriguing contest between these two teams with contrasting seasons.