The Mannahouse Christian Academy (Eugene, OR) varsity basketball team will play a home conference game against Southwest Christian (Beaverton, OR) today at 5:30 PM.

Game Details:
SCHS vs. MCA Basketball
Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Mannahouse Christian Academy (Eugene, OR)

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Southwest Christian vs. Mannahouse Christian Academy: A Head-to-Head Analysis for the 2024-2025 Season

The 2024-2025 basketball season has witnessed some fierce competition, with Southwest Christian and Mannahouse Christian Academy making their marks in their respective leagues. Both teams have shown great potential, but their paths diverge significantly when it comes to their performance, records, and consistency throughout the season. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of both teams and how they measure up against each other.

Team Records Overview

Southwest Christian has posted a respectable overall record of 11-8, with a 5-4 mark in league play. The team has been competitive, with a solid win percentage of .579. Their scoring average stands at 42.4 points per game, with a slightly higher points allowed figure of 790 for the season. This shows they’ve had their fair share of challenges, but their overall performance has kept them in contention.

On the other hand, Mannahouse Christian Academy has had an outstanding season, with a dominant 21-3 overall record and a perfect 5-0 in league play. Their .875 win percentage is a testament to their dominance on the court. They have been an offensive powerhouse, averaging 58.8 points per game, and have only allowed 861 points so far, indicating their well-rounded performance on both ends of the court.

Common Opponents

Both teams faced several common opponents during the season, which allows for a direct comparison of how they performed against shared competition.

• Country Christian: Southwest Christian lost to Country Christian both at home and away (59-48, 59-47), while Mannahouse Christian Academy triumphed with a 73-39 win.
• Cove: Southwest Christian fell to Cove by a score of 60-39, while Mannahouse Christian Academy dominated with a 48-14 victory.
• St. Paul: Southwest Christian squeezed out a 40-36 win, whereas Mannahouse Christian Academy defeated St. Paul 56-49.
• Grand View Christian Academy: Southwest Christian earned a narrow win, 31-26, but Mannahouse Christian Academy emerged victorious with a 63-17 blowout.
• Portland Waldorf: Southwest Christian secured a 49-30 win, and Mannahouse Christian Academy continued their winning streak with a 62-30 victory.
• St. Stephen’s Academy: Southwest Christian recorded a 51-21 win, and Mannahouse Christian Academy cruised to a 65-35 win.

Mannahouse Christian Academy has been flawless against common opponents, with a perfect 9-0 record, while Southwest Christian managed to secure a 6-5 mark.

League Play and Strength

One of the most notable differences between the two teams lies in their league performances. Mannahouse Christian Academy has been perfect in league play, sitting atop with a 5-0 record. Southwest Christian, while competitive, has a 5-4 league record, showcasing some tough battles within their league.

Southwest Christian has been stronger at home, with a 4-3 record, while their away games have been more challenging with a 6-5 mark. Mannahouse Christian Academy, by contrast, has excelled both at home (7-1) and away (11-1), underlining their strength and consistency.

Scoring and Defense Comparison

A key factor in Mannahouse Christian Academy’s success has been their offensive firepower, scoring an average of 58.8 points per game, significantly higher than Southwest Christian’s 42.4. This difference in scoring efficiency has allowed Mannahouse to dominate most of their games, often by large margins. Additionally, their defense has been equally formidable, limiting opponents to just 861 points over the course of the season.

Southwest Christian has been much more balanced, scoring a modest amount but keeping games competitive with a relatively solid defensive performance. However, their overall performance in high-scoring games has been a weakness, which shows in their slightly higher points allowed (790) compared to Mannahouse Christian Academy.

Upcoming Matchups

Looking ahead, Southwest Christian still has a few key matchups on the horizon, including games against Valor Christian and Trinity Academy. However, their ability to close out the season with wins will depend on improving their scoring efficiency and capitalizing on home court advantages.

Mannahouse Christian Academy, on the other hand, will look to continue their dominance with upcoming games against Trinity Academy and Valor Christian, both of which should test their depth and consistency. Their challenge remains staying undefeated in league play and keeping their scoring high to maintain their momentum.

Conclusion

The 2024-2025 basketball season has showcased two distinct teams with contrasting records and strengths. Mannahouse Christian Academy’s explosive offense and undefeated league record position them as one of the top teams in the region, while Southwest Christian has proven to be competitive, with key wins and a solid defense. As both teams prepare for the stretch run of the season, it will be fascinating to see how these teams evolve and if Southwest Christian can challenge the reigning league leader, Mannahouse Christian Academy, in future contests.