The Great Bridge (Chesapeake, VA) varsity basketball team will play a home conference game against King’s Fork (Suffolk, VA) today at 7:30 p.m.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Virginia High School Basketball
Who: King’s Fork vs Great Bridge
When: Today, February 17, 2025
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: King’s Fork vs Great Bridge
As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season heats up in Virginia, the stark contrast between two local programs is evident. King’s Fork has proven to be a force to be reckoned with, while Great Bridge has faced a challenging season. Let’s break down the teams’ performances, head-to-head matchups, and their results against common opponents.
King’s Fork: A Powerhouse in Virginia Basketball
With an impressive overall record of 19-2, King’s Fork has showcased a blend of offensive firepower and solid defense. The team’s win percentage stands at a remarkable .905, and their regional performance is just as dominant with a .909 win rate. The Bulldogs have been a constant presence in the win column, scoring an average of 76.0 points per game.
Breaking down their scoring averages, King’s Fork’s offense is formidable across all four quarters, averaging:
- Q1: 16.0 points
- Q2: 17.5 points
- Q3: 18.8 points
- Q4: 14.8 points
Their ability to consistently outpace opponents in every quarter is a testament to their depth and game management. In terms of opponents, they’ve maintained a perfect record against most common foes, with standout victories over teams like Nansemond River, Lakeland, Deep Creek, and Indian River.
King’s Fork’s strong home-court advantage has been evident with a 12-1 home record, but they’ve also proven themselves on the road (5-0) and in neutral settings (2-1).
Great Bridge: Struggling to Find Momentum
In stark contrast, Great Bridge has had a tough season with a 3-18 overall record, and their region record stands at a dismal 1-11. The Wildcats’ struggles have been amplified by a lack of consistency, both offensively and defensively. They average just 52.1 points per game, a significant gap compared to their opponents, especially King’s Fork.
Their scoring breakdown paints a picture of inconsistency:
- Q1: 13.0 points
- Q2: 16.5 points
- Q3: 12.0 points
- Q4: 9.5 points
These numbers highlight a lack of scoring, especially in the second half, where they are often outpaced. Great Bridge’s home record (0-10) and away record (3-7) show the team’s inability to maintain competitiveness in different environments. Notably, they’ve struggled to keep pace with stronger teams like Oscar Smith, Lakeland, and Grassfield, all of whom handed them losses this season.
Head-to-Head: King’s Fork’s Dominance
When these two teams met on the court, the outcome was predictable given their season performances. King’s Fork triumphed over Great Bridge 77-44 in their latest matchup on February 11, 2025. Great Bridge’s only victory against a common opponent this season came against Deep Creek, a team that also lost to King’s Fork. While King’s Fork boasts an 11-1 record against common opponents, Great Bridge is 1-11, underscoring the stark disparity in their respective performances.
Record Breakdown: King’s Fork vs. Great Bridge
A breakdown of both teams’ records reveals just how dominant King’s Fork has been:
King’s Fork
- Overall Record: 19-2
- Region Record: 10-1
- Non-League Record: 7-1
- Home: 12-1
- Away: 5-0
- Neutral: 2-1
- In-State Record: 17-2
- Out-of-State Record: 2-0
Great Bridge
- Overall Record: 3-18
- Region Record: 1-11
- Non-League Record: 2-7
- Home: 0-10
- Away: 3-7
- Neutral: 0-1
- In-State Record: 3-16
- Out-of-State Record: 0-2
Common Opponents: A Clear Picture
Both teams faced several of the same opponents this season. King’s Fork emerged victorious in nearly every instance, showcasing their ability to compete at a higher level. In contrast, Great Bridge found themselves on the losing side in many of these matchups, including significant defeats against teams like Lakeland, Oscar Smith, and Grassfield.
For example, King’s Fork won decisively against Nansemond River on December 6, 2024 (81-77) and again on February 14, 2025 (73-58). Great Bridge, on the other hand, fell to Nansemond River 68-57 on January 27, 2025.
Looking Ahead
As the season progresses, King’s Fork appears poised for a deep playoff run, while Great Bridge will look to close out their campaign on a positive note. King’s Fork’s potent offense and solid defense set them apart, while Great Bridge will need to find answers if they hope to improve their standing.
In the coming weeks, both teams will face more common opponents. With King’s Fork continuing to dominate, the focus will be on how Great Bridge can gain momentum and finish the season strong.
In conclusion, while King’s Fork shines as one of the top teams in Virginia, Great Bridge faces a steep uphill battle. The disparity in their performance is clear, but both teams will continue to push forward as they wrap up the season.
