The 2024-25 high school basketball season has seen impressive performances from teams across Virginia and the surrounding areas. Among the standout programs are Highland School and Archbishop Carroll, both of which have shown skill and determination throughout their campaigns. Here’s a breakdown of their seasons, rankings, and key statistics.

Rankings & Records

Highland School (14-3):

• National Rank: 32
• State (VA) Rank: 3
• Division Rank: 2
• Win Percentage: .824
• Region Record: 4-0
• Home/Away Splits: 6-0 at home, 4-1 on the road, and 4-2 at neutral sites
• Points For (PF): 1,142
• Points Against (PA): 982

Archbishop Carroll (6-3):

• District of Columbia Rank: 23
• Division Rank: 6
• Win Percentage: .667
• League Record: 0-1
• Home/Away Splits: 2-0 at home, 2-2 on the road, and 2-1 at neutral sites
• Points For (PF): 669
• Points Against (PA): 523

Team Scoring Trends

Highland School:

• Averaging 67.2 points per game, Highland tends to start slower in the first quarter (10.0 points) but consistently ramps up its scoring, peaking in the fourth quarter with 16.5 points.

Archbishop Carroll:

• With a higher scoring average of 74.3 points per game, Archbishop Carroll exhibits strong early-game performances, putting up 18.5 points in the first quarter and maintaining steady contributions until a slight dip in the fourth quarter.

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

While Highland and Archbishop Carroll have not faced each other directly this season, their performances against common opponents provide a comparative insight:

• Highland’s Results:
  • Defeated Bishop McNamara (68-63)
  • Lost narrowly to DeMatha (53-50)
• Archbishop Carroll’s Results:
  • Lost to DeMatha (75-60)

Record Breakdown

• Highland: Dominates at home with a perfect 6-0 record and excels in non-league play (9-3). The team has maintained a 1-1 record against common opponents.
• Archbishop Carroll: Despite a slightly lower overall win percentage, Archbishop Carroll boasts strong non-league play (6-2) and a balanced record in away and neutral games.

Video Highlights

Fans can relive the action with highlights from both teams:

• Highland’s Win Over Sidwell Friends at National Hoopfest: Showcasing their clutch performance.
• Archbishop Carroll’s Games Against DeMatha, Wise HS, and Avalon School: Offering glimpses of their dynamic playstyle.

Final Thoughts

Both Highland School and Archbishop Carroll have carved out commendable seasons, emphasizing their strengths in different areas. Highland’s ability to close games and maintain composure in tight situations contrasts with Archbishop Carroll’s fast starts and consistent scoring depth.

As the season progresses, these teams will look to further their success, with playoff aspirations and the opportunity to cement their legacies in Virginia and D.C. basketball circles.