The Hopewell varsity basketball team (Huntersville, NC) will face Ambassador Christian School (Huntersville, NC) in a home non-conference matchup today at 7:00 PM.
Game Details:
- Teams: Ambassador Christian School vs. Hopewell
- Date & Time: Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 7:00 PM
- Event: Underrated Athletes – Well Invitational
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- Location: Hopewell High School
Ambassador Christian School vs. Hopewell: A Comparative Analysis of the 24-25 Basketball Season
The 24-25 basketball season has been a competitive one, with Ambassador Christian School and Hopewell delivering strong performances. Let’s break down their season statistics, team strengths, and individual player achievements to see how these teams stack up against each other.
Overall Performance
Ambassador Christian School:
- Record: 13-4
- Home: 6-0 (undefeated at home)
- Away: 2-1
- Neutral: 5-3
- Win Percentage: 76.5%
- Points Scored (PF): 1,102
- Points Allowed (PA): 889
Hopewell:
- Record: 13-3
- Home: 6-1
- Away: 5-2
- Neutral: 2-0
- Win Percentage: 81.2%
- Points Scored (PF): 1,035
- Points Allowed (PA): 925
Both teams exhibit strong win percentages, with Hopewell slightly edging out Ambassador Christian. However, Ambassador Christian has demonstrated a stronger defensive capability, allowing fewer points over the season.
Scoring Trends
Quarterly Averages:
- Ambassador Christian School: Dominates early, with consistent scoring across the first three quarters, averaging 17.3, 17.0, and 16.9 points respectively. Their performance dips slightly in the fourth quarter (13.8 points).
- Hopewell: Starts strong in the first quarter (17.2 points) and shows resilience in the fourth quarter, where they average a robust 17.3 points. Their overtime average (11.0 points) highlights their clutch performance.
Final Scoring Average:
- Ambassador Christian: 64.8 points/game
- Hopewell: 64.7 points/game
The near-identical scoring averages reflect a closely matched offensive capability.
Team Statistics
| Category | Ambassador Christian | Hopewell |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | 64.1 | 61.5 |
| Rebounds Per Game | 30.0 | 28.9 |
| Assists Per Game | 12.9 | 14.9 |
| Steals Per Game | 7.8 | 9.6 |
| Blocks Per Game | 6.3 | 2.6 |
Ambassador Christian holds an edge in rebounding and blocking, showcasing a strong defensive presence. Meanwhile, Hopewell excels in assists and steals, indicating an agile and teamwork-oriented playstyle.
Key Players
Ambassador Christian School:
- JD Bowden (#1): Leads with 16.1 PPG, 3.9 assists, and 1.8 steals. A versatile player driving the team’s success.
- Dylan Deluca (#11): Anchors the team defensively with 5.4 rebounds/game and 1.8 blocks/game.
Hopewell:
- Mike Brown (#2): Tops scoring with 16.3 PPG, narrowly surpassing JD Bowden.
- Arael Jones (#11): A standout in rebounding (8.2/game) and steals (3.1/game), contributing significantly on both ends of the court.
- Kamari Cooke (#0): Leads in assists with 5.8/game, facilitating Hopewell’s offensive flow.
Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
Despite their impressive records, these two teams have not faced each other this season. Their in-state performances are identical (10-3), but Hopewell boasts a perfect record (3-0) against out-of-state opponents.
Conclusion
Both teams exhibit strengths in different areas. Ambassador Christian’s defensive dominance and balanced scoring provide a solid foundation, while Hopewell’s playmaking and ability to execute in critical moments make them a formidable opponent. If these two teams meet, fans can expect a thrilling, closely contested game.
