The Iona Prep varsity basketball team (New Rochelle, NY) will host Albany Academy for Boys (Albany, NY) in a non-conference game today at 3:00 PM.
Game Details:
- Matchup: AAB vs Iona Prep
- Date: Saturday, January 11, 2025
- Time: 3:00 PM
- Location: Iona Prep High School – Gym
- Live stream: Watch Here
A Comparative Look at Albany Academy for Boys and Iona Prep Basketball Teams (2024-2025)
As we enter the heart of the 2024-2025 basketball season, two teams stand out in New York’s basketball scene: Albany Academy for Boys and Iona Prep. With their contrasting performances and distinct team profiles, both schools have garnered attention. Let’s take a closer look at their rankings, records, and key statistics to better understand how they compare.
Team Records and Rankings
Albany Academy for Boys:
- Overall Record: 11-0 (Undefeated)
- Home Record: 3-0
- Away Record: 2-0
- Neutral Site Record: 6-0
- Win Percentage: 100% (1.000)
- Points Scored (PF): 728
- Points Allowed (PA): 461
- Section/State Rankings: 2nd in NY Section, 1st in State Class 1
Iona Prep:
- Overall Record: 7-5-1
- Home Record: 3-0-1
- Away Record: 4-2
- Neutral Site Record: 0-3-1
- Win Percentage: 57.7% (.577)
- League Win Percentage: 70.0% (.700)
- Points Scored (PF): 764
- Points Allowed (PA): 635
- Section/State Rankings: 24th in NY Section, 5th in State Class 5
Team Scoring Averages
The offensive dynamics of both teams reflect distinct playing styles:
Albany Academy for Boys:
- Q1: 16.0 points
- Q2: 16.0 points
- Q3: 12.0 points
- Q4: 17.0 points
- Final Average: 66.2 points per game
Iona Prep:
- Q1: 13.5 points
- Q2: 14.5 points
- Q3: 16.0 points
- Q4: 14.0 points
- Overtime (OT1): 10.0 points
- Final Average: 58.8 points per game
Albany Academy for Boys tends to have a balanced scoring attack, with steady outputs in the first, second, and fourth quarters. Their consistent scoring throughout the game, along with a higher average, highlights their offensive dominance. In contrast, Iona Prep shows a more varied performance, with a significant surge in the third quarter but a drop in their overtime scoring.
Head-to-Head Comparisons
Both teams faced off against some common opponents this season, and the results have shown differing outcomes:
- Albany Academy for Boys vs Hackley (11/23/24): Albany Academy won decisively, 77-45.
- Iona Prep vs Hackley (11/26/24): Iona Prep lost to Hackley, marking a 0-1 record against this opponent.
Additionally, both teams have had recent encounters with Archbishop Stepinac. Albany Academy for Boys is set to face them on January 12, 2025, while Iona Prep lost to Stepinac 64-60 on January 4, 2025.
Record Breakdown
The overall statistics showcase Albany Academy for Boys’ dominance, as they have an undefeated record of 11-0. On the other hand, Iona Prep has experienced a more mixed season, with a 7-5-1 record. Albany Academy for Boys has performed strongly in non-league games, while Iona Prep has a solid league win percentage of .700.
Key Comparisons:
- Non-League Success: Albany Academy for Boys boasts a perfect 11-0 record in non-league games, compared to Iona Prep’s 4-3.
- Home Performance: Both teams have shown impressive home records, but Iona Prep has faced more challenges, with one tie and a loss at home.
- Neutral Site Play: Albany Academy has dominated neutral-site games with a perfect 6-0 record, whereas Iona Prep has struggled with a 0-3-1 neutral-site record.
Conclusion
In terms of record and performance, Albany Academy for Boys has been the clear frontrunner, with an undefeated season and dominant showings across the board. Their ability to score consistently and defend effectively has propelled them to the top of their section and state rankings. Meanwhile, Iona Prep, though talented, has faced challenges in certain areas, particularly in neutral-site games. While their record doesn’t match Albany Academy’s perfection, their strong league performance and occasional standout performances offer hope for a solid finish to their season.
The head-to-head results between the teams and their common opponents underline the current gap between them, though both teams have time to adjust and refine their strategies for the remainder of the season. As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Albany Academy for Boys’ pursuit of a perfect season and whether Iona Prep can rebound and achieve their goals for the rest of the campaign.
