The Robertson High School (Las Vegas, NM) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against Ruidoso High School (NM) today at 7:00 PM.

Game Details:

• Matchup: Ruidoso vs Robertson
• Date: Friday, January 17, 2025
• Time: 7:00 PM

Ruidoso vs Robertson: A Statistical Comparison of Two High School Basketball Teams

As the basketball season progresses, the Ruidoso and Robertson teams have established themselves as formidable contenders in New Mexico’s competitive basketball scene. Both teams have demonstrated strong performances so far, but their stats reveal intriguing contrasts. Let’s take a deep dive into their performances and compare their statistics across various categories.

Team Records & Performance

Ruidoso (24-25)

• Overall Record: 10-5
• Home Record: 3-2
• Away Record: 1-0
• Neutral Record: 6-3
• Win Percentage: .667
• Points For (PF): 811
• Points Against (PA): 635

Robertson (24-25)

• Overall Record: 12-2
• Home Record: 5-0
• Away Record: 3-0
• Neutral Record: 4-2
• Win Percentage: .857
• Points For (PF): 962
• Points Against (PA): 695

Scoring Averages

One of the most noticeable differences between the two teams is their scoring average. Robertson has been consistently strong on the offensive end, while Ruidoso also averages a respectable total but trails in comparison.

• Ruidoso averages 54.1 points per game, with a steady performance across the four quarters:
  • Q1: 9.5
  • Q2: 14.3
  • Q3: 14.3
  • Q4: 12.0
• Robertson, on the other hand, boasts an impressive 68.7 points per game with higher numbers in each quarter:
  • Q1: 15.6
  • Q2: 18.2
  • Q3: 18.5
  • Q4: 17.1

Team Stat Comparison

When comparing the two teams in terms of key statistics, Robertson stands out in nearly every category, especially when it comes to offensive output and defensive prowess.

• Points Per Game:
  • Ruidoso: 30.8
  • Robertson: 67.9
• Rebounds Per Game:
  • Ruidoso: 15.9
  • Robertson: 20.8
• Assists Per Game:
  • Ruidoso: 9.2
  • Robertson: 12.9
• Steals Per Game:
  • Ruidoso: 5.5
  • Robertson: 11.9
• Blocks Per Game:
  • Ruidoso: 1.2
  • Robertson: 4.1

Key Players

Both teams have standout players who lead their respective squads in several statistical categories.

Ruidoso

• Patrick Kimbrell has been a force, leading the team with 20 points per game, 12 rebounds per game, 3 steals per game, and 3 blocks per game.
• Kacey Blaylock also contributes with 4.9 assists per game.

Robertson

• George Smith leads Robertson with 17.6 points per game and 2.4 steals per game.
• Nathan Gonzales has been a dominant presence on the boards with 6.4 rebounds per game and adds 3.3 blocks per game.
• Jesse James Gonzales leads the team with 4.2 assists per game.

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

Both teams have faced off against some common opponents this season, with contrasting results. Ruidoso played Socorro and West Las Vegas, losing to both, while Robertson defeated Socorro by a large margin (84-43) and still has upcoming games with West Las Vegas.

• Common Opponents Record:
  • Ruidoso: 0-2
  • Robertson: 1-0

Record Breakdown

While both teams have performed well this season, Robertson has the edge with a 12-2 record compared to Ruidoso’s 10-5. Their performance on the road and at home is also a noteworthy distinction:

• Home Record:
  • Ruidoso: 3-2
  • Robertson: 5-0
• Away Record:
  • Ruidoso: 1-0
  • Robertson: 3-0
• Neutral Record:
  • Ruidoso: 6-3
  • Robertson: 4-2

Conclusion

In terms of overall strength, Robertson leads in multiple categories, from their scoring abilities to their rebounding and defensive stats. However, Ruidoso is a competitive team with strong individual performances, especially from Patrick Kimbrell, who consistently contributes across the board. While Robertson has the advantage in record and performance thus far, Ruidoso’s resilience could still make them a contender as the season progresses.

Both teams will likely continue to develop, and their upcoming games—especially against common opponents—will be crucial in determining how the rest of the season unfolds. Fans of New Mexico high school basketball are in for an exciting conclusion to the year as these teams compete for top honors.