The Loretto (TN) varsity basketball team will face off against Rogers (Florence, AL) in a home tournament game today at 7 p.m.

Here’s what you need Basketball to know:

What: Tennessee High School Basketball
Who: Loretto vs Rogers
When: Friday, December 27, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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Rogers vs. Loretto: A Tale of Two Teams in the 2024-25 Season

As the 2024-25 high school basketball season progresses, two teams stand out in the state rankings: Rogers and Loretto. Though both teams have had their fair share of challenges, they’ve taken very different paths to get to where they are today. Let’s take a deeper dive into their performances, statistics, and records so far this season.

Rogers: A Season of Struggles

Rogers has faced a tough road in the 2024-25 season, holding an overall record of 4-7. Their regional play has been slightly more favorable with a 1-2 record, but their road performance has been particularly challenging, where they are 2-5. Their neutral games have also been hard to come by, going 0-1 so far.

In terms of team performance, Rogers averages 56.9 points per game. They have experienced some scoring fluctuations during the season, with the first quarter being their strongest, averaging 19 points. However, their scoring dips significantly in the second quarter, where they average just 5 points. Their third-quarter performance shows a slight rebound at 16 points, but they struggle again in the fourth quarter, managing only 7 points.

Despite these struggles, Rogers has shown resilience. They have faced several tough opponents, including Lauderdale County, where they narrowly lost 52-49 on December 20, 2024. They will have another chance to play Lauderdale County on January 14, 2025, which could be a critical game for their season.

Loretto: A Perfect Record

In stark contrast to Rogers, Loretto has enjoyed an undefeated season so far with a perfect 10-0 record. Their impressive 7-0 performance in out-of-state games shows that they are ready to compete on any level. Whether at home (2-0), away (3-0), or on neutral ground (5-0), Loretto has proven to be an unstoppable force in every matchup they’ve faced.

Loretto’s offensive strategy has been incredibly effective, with a team scoring average of 64.6 points per game. They have been particularly strong in the second quarter, averaging a robust 23 points. Their first quarter sees a modest 15.5 points, but they pick up the pace through the remainder of the game. In overtime, Loretto has also shown that they know how to finish strong, averaging 11 points in OT.

Their defense has been equally impressive, limiting opponents to just 448 points over the course of the season. This defensive strength has allowed them to dominate games, as evidenced by their continued undefeated record.

Common Opponents: A Hint at What’s to Come

Both Rogers and Loretto share at least one common opponent this season: Lauderdale County. Rogers faced Lauderdale County on December 20, 2024, and lost a close game, 52-49. Loretto will play Lauderdale County on January 7, 2025, and their result will give some insight into how these two teams compare against a mutual opponent. On January 14, 2025, Rogers will have another shot at Lauderdale County, and how they perform could influence the trajectory of their season.

Head-to-Head Record: No Direct Matchups Yet

Interestingly, Rogers and Loretto have not yet faced off against each other in the 2024-25 season. Given their respective records and contrasting styles of play, a head-to-head matchup would be an exciting one to watch. Rogers’ inconsistency on offense and Loretto’s scoring power and perfect record would make for a thrilling contest.

Key Statistics Breakdown

Here’s a closer look at the record breakdown for both teams:

Rogers (24-25 Season Record Breakdown)

• Overall: 4-7
• League: 1-2
• Non-League: 3-3
• Head-to-Head: 0-0
• Common Opponents: 0-1 (against Lauderdale County)
• Home Record: 2-1
• Away Record: 2-5
• Neutral Record: 0-1
• Playoff Record: 0-0
• In-State: 4-7
• Out-of-State: 0-0

Loretto (24-25 Season Record Breakdown)

• Overall: 10-0
• League: 0-0
• Non-League: 7-0
• Head-to-Head: 0-0
• Common Opponents: 0-0 (against Lauderdale County)
• Home Record: 2-0
• Away Record: 3-0
• Neutral Record: 5-0
• Playoff Record: 0-0
• In-State: 7-0
• Out-of-State: 3-0

Conclusion: A Tale of Two Teams

The 2024-25 season has seen Rogers battle through adversity, while Loretto has thrived with an undefeated record. While Rogers continues to look for consistency, Loretto is on a mission to extend their flawless run. Their upcoming matchup with Lauderdale County will be a key point of comparison, but the real excitement will come when Rogers and Loretto eventually meet on the court. Whether Rogers can find their rhythm or Loretto remains dominant, this season promises to be one for the books.