The West Warwick High School varsity basketball team will host a home conference game against Rogers High School (Newport, RI) on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 6:45 PM.

Game Details:

• Teams: Rogers vs. West Warwick
• Date: Friday, January 31, 2025
• Time: 6:45 PM
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Rogers vs. West Warwick: A Comparative Look at Their Basketball Seasons (2024-2025)

As the 2024-2025 Rhode Island high school basketball season progresses, Rogers and West Warwick have both made their mark with strong performances in league play. With each team showcasing their unique strengths, let’s dive into how they compare across several key metrics: overall performance, scoring averages, team statistics, and individual leaders.

Overall Performance

When it comes to overall record, West Warwick has a distinct advantage. With a 13-3 record, they sit comfortably atop their league with an impressive win percentage of .812. Their league record is equally strong at 9-2, demonstrating their dominance in divisional play. Rogers, meanwhile, stands at 9-6, with a .600 win percentage overall and a .667 record in league games. Despite their slightly lower win totals, Rogers has shown resilience, especially in close matchups, maintaining a competitive edge in many of their games.

Rogers (2024-25):

• Overall Record: 9-6
• League Record: 8-4
• Home Record: 4-2
• Away Record: 5-4
• Points For: 708
• Points Against: 688
• Win Percentage: .600
• League Win Percentage: .667

West Warwick (2024-25):

• Overall Record: 13-3
• League Record: 9-2
• Home Record: 10-1
• Away Record: 3-2
• Points For: 1,045
• Points Against: 895
• Win Percentage: .812
• League Win Percentage: .818

Scoring Averages

West Warwick has been lighting up the scoreboard, averaging an impressive 65.3 points per game. They’ve been particularly dominant in the first two quarters, with 22.5 points in the first and 20.5 points in the second. Rogers, on the other hand, has a more modest average of 47.2 points per game, with consistent scoring throughout the game but not the same offensive explosiveness.

Rogers (2024-25):

• Q1: 9.0
• Q2: 15.0
• Q3: 13.0
• Q4: 13.0
• Final: 47.2

West Warwick (2024-25):

• Q1: 22.5
• Q2: 20.5
• Q3: 22.5
• Q4: 17.5
• Final: 65.3

Team Statistics Comparison

When comparing overall team stats, West Warwick once again stands out. They average more points per game (65.4), as well as a higher number of rebounds (33.0), assists (13.7), steals (7.4), and blocks (4.1) than Rogers. Rogers, however, has done well in key areas like assists, with an average of 13.7 per game.

Rogers (2024-25):

• Points Per Game: 47.2
• Rebounds Per Game: 33.0
• Assists Per Game: 13.7
• Steals Per Game: 7.4
• Blocks Per Game: 4.1

West Warwick (2024-25):

• Points Per Game: 65.4
• Rebounds Per Game: 33.0
• Assists Per Game: 13.7
• Steals Per Game: 7.4
• Blocks Per Game: 4.1

Individual Leaders

Both teams have standout players who have made significant contributions. For Rogers, Owen Stearns is the clear leader, averaging 19.4 points per game and 1.9 steals per game. Meanwhile, Colin Kelly stands out as a key rebounder for the team, pulling down 7.6 rebounds per game and adding 1.4 blocks per game. On the West Warwick side, notable performances come from players like Gregory Benton and Colin Kelly, who have contributed greatly to both the offensive and defensive success of their team.

Rogers Team Leaders (2024-25):

• Points Per Game: Owen Stearns – 19.4
• Rebounds Per Game: Colin Kelly – 7.6
• Assists Per Game: Gregory Benton – 3.2
• Steals Per Game: Owen Stearns – 1.9
• Blocks Per Game: Colin Kelly – 1.4

West Warwick Team Leaders (2024-25):

• Points Per Game: (no player data listed)
• Rebounds Per Game: (no player data listed)
• Assists Per Game: Gregory Benton – 3.2
• Steals Per Game: Owen Stearns – 1.9
• Blocks Per Game: Colin Kelly – 1.4

Head-to-Head Record & Common Opponents

When looking at common opponents, West Warwick holds the edge with an 8-3 record compared to Rogers’ 6-2. Both teams have faced off against tough competition, such as Moses Brown and Narragansett. Despite these differences, both teams are well matched, each showing resilience against opponents of similar caliber.

Common Opponents:

• Rogers Record vs Common Opponents: 6-2
• West Warwick Record vs Common Opponents: 8-3

Conclusion

West Warwick has been the dominant force in the 2024-2025 season so far, but Rogers continues to show they can compete with top-tier teams, particularly through the stellar play of key individuals like Owen Stearns and Colin Kelly. With a tough schedule ahead, including matchups against strong teams like Burrillville and Coventry, both squads will need to bring their best to secure a strong finish to the season.

While West Warwick’s offensive prowess and balanced team play may give them an edge, Rogers is not to be underestimated, especially if they can build on their solid performances and exploit areas of strength like defense and rebounding. The rest of the season promises to be thrilling for both teams, with each matchup likely to impact their playoff aspirations.