The Malvern Prep (Malvern, PA) varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference game against Pennington (NJ) today at 5 p.m.

Game Details:

• Teams: Pennington vs. Malvern Prep
• Date & Time: Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.
• Location: Malvern Preparatory School
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Pennington vs. Malvern Prep: A Breakdown of Their 2024-2025 Season

The 2024-2025 basketball season has been an exciting one for both Pennington and Malvern Prep, two powerhouse teams in their respective states. With impressive records and high-scoring offenses, these schools have proven themselves to be dominant contenders. Let’s take a closer look at their performance so far, including their rankings, records, scoring averages, and matchups against common opponents.

Pennington School (24-25 Season)

Record Overview:

• Overall: 7-2
• Home: 3-1
• Away: 0-0
• Neutral: 4-1
• Win %: .778
• Points For (PF): 546
• Points Against (PA): 501

Pennington has been off to a strong start this season, with an overall win percentage of .778. They’ve proven to be a formidable team at home, maintaining a 3-1 record, and they’ve had considerable success in neutral-site games, boasting a 4-1 record in such matchups. The team’s scoring has been dynamic, with an average of 13.7 points in both the first and second quarters, and they ramp up their offense significantly in the second half, averaging 16.7 points in the third and 20.7 in the fourth.

Notable Performances:

• 12/4/24: Pennington defeated Friends’ Central 58-55 (Home).
• 12/11/24: Pennington won against Germantown Academy 74-47 (Home).
• 1/9/25: Pennington had a strong showing against Hun (result pending).
• 1/22/25: Pennington will face Peddie (Home).

Malvern Prep (24-25 Season)

Record Overview:

• Overall: 10-5
• Conference: 2-1
• Home: 4-1
• Away: 5-3
• Neutral: 1-1
• Win %: .667
• Conference %: .667
• Points For (PF): 924
• Points Against (PA): 840

Malvern Prep, hailing from Pennsylvania, has had a solid season with a record of 10-5, reflecting a win percentage of .667. Their overall performance shows consistency both at home (4-1) and on the road (5-3). Although their point totals are slightly higher than Pennington’s—averaging 61.6 points per game compared to Pennington’s 60.7—Malvern Prep has had a more balanced performance across all quarters, with scoring averages of 13.3, 13.8, 14.3, and 15.0 across the four periods. This consistency in scoring is a major strength for the team.

Notable Performances:

• 12/17/24: Malvern Prep defeated Friends’ Central 57-54 (Away).
• 1/11/25: Malvern Prep triumphed over Germantown Academy 62-49 (Home).
• 11/30/24: Malvern Prep lost to Hun 85-78 (Home).
• 12/11/24: Malvern Prep won against Peddie 54-50 (Home).

Common Opponents: Comparing the Results

Both teams have faced several common opponents this season, and their performances against them offer some insight into their respective strengths.

• Friends’ Central:
  • Pennington defeated Friends’ Central 58-55 (Home) on 12/4/24.
  • Malvern Prep won against Friends’ Central 57-54 (Away) on 12/17/24.
• Germantown Academy:
  • Pennington won 74-47 (Home) against Germantown Academy on 12/11/24.
  • Malvern Prep won 62-49 (Home) against Germantown Academy on 1/11/25.
• Hun:
  • Pennington’s matchup with Hun on 1/9/25 is still pending.
  • Malvern Prep lost 85-78 (Home) to Hun on 11/30/24.
• Peddie:
  • Pennington’s game against Peddie will take place on 1/22/25.
  • Malvern Prep defeated Peddie 54-50 (Home) on 12/11/24.

Overall, Pennington has performed slightly better in its matchups against common opponents, holding a 2-0 record in those games, compared to Malvern Prep’s 3-1. However, the difference is marginal, and both teams have shown the ability to compete at a high level.

Record Breakdown: Pennington vs. Malvern Prep

Both teams have had strong campaigns this season, and while Pennington has a slightly higher win percentage, Malvern Prep has the edge in overall point production.

Conclusion

Pennington and Malvern Prep have showcased their talent and resilience this season, with both teams poised to continue their strong performances throughout the remainder of the year. As they face off against each other and continue to meet common opponents, their overall effectiveness, ability to adjust, and consistency in scoring will be key to their success. Fans and analysts alike will be closely watching how both teams fare as the season unfolds, with potential matchups providing a thrilling conclusion to what has already been a memorable season.