The Kentwood varsity basketball team (Covington, WA) will host a home conference game against Kennedy Catholic (Burien, WA) on Friday, January 31, at 7 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Washington High School Basketball
Who: Kennedy Catholic vs Kentwood
When: Friday, January 31, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Kennedy Catholic vs Kentwood

The Washington high school basketball season is heating up, and two of the state’s top teams, Kennedy Catholic and Kentwood, are making waves in their respective districts. With both teams posting impressive records, their head-to-head matchup and overall performance set the stage for a thrilling race toward the playoffs.

Season Performance Overview

Kennedy Catholic (12-6 Overall, 9-3 District)

The Kennedy Catholic Lancers have put together a strong season with a 12-6 overall record and an impressive 9-3 district performance. The team has shown dominance at home with an 8-2 record but has struggled slightly on the road at 4-4. Their offensive production has been solid, averaging 59.9 points per game while allowing 1,027 total points throughout the season.

Kentwood (15-4 Overall, 9-3 District)

The Kentwood Conquerors have been even more dominant, boasting a 15-4 overall record and matching Kennedy Catholic’s 9-3 district mark. With an excellent 6-1 home record and a strong 7-2 away performance, Kentwood has been a tough competitor in every arena. Offensively, Kentwood has outpaced Kennedy Catholic with an average of 70.9 points per game while allowing 1,138 points in total.

Head-to-Head Battle

In a thrilling head-to-head matchup earlier this month, Kennedy Catholic edged out Kentwood in a narrow 51-49 victory. The game, held at Kennedy Catholic, was a defensive battle, with both teams fighting for every point. This victory gives Kennedy Catholic the upper hand in their season series, but Kentwood will have a chance for redemption in their upcoming rematch on January 31.

Scoring Breakdown

Both teams have displayed different scoring patterns across four quarters:

• Kennedy Catholic: Strong starts and finishes, averaging 15.7 points in the first quarter and 15.0 in the fourth.
• Kentwood: More consistent scoring throughout, with their strongest quarter being the first (19.6 points on average) and maintaining high numbers in later quarters.

Common Opponents Comparison

Both teams have shared 11 common opponents, with Kennedy Catholic holding an 8-3 record and Kentwood a slightly better 9-2 record. A notable game was Kennedy Catholic’s loss to Stadium (60-59), while Kentwood managed a win against the same team (78-73). Both teams also faced Auburn, with Kennedy Catholic splitting their two meetings (1-1) and Kentwood struggling, losing both matchups.

Key Takeaways & Playoff Implications

• Kennedy Catholic: While they’ve secured a critical win over Kentwood, their struggles on the road could be a concern as the season progresses.
• Kentwood: Despite their loss to Kennedy Catholic, their overall stronger scoring and consistency could make them a serious threat in the postseason.

With the January 31 rematch approaching, the stakes are higher than ever. Will Kennedy Catholic sweep the series, or will Kentwood get revenge? The playoff race is on, and these two teams are leading the charge.