Maranatha Christian Academy (MCA) is off to a tough start in the 2024-2025 West Virginia high school basketball season, posting a 1-5 overall record. The team has struggled to find their rhythm both at home and on the road, with a particular challenge in away games, where they’ve yet to secure a win.

Team Performance and Scoring

Despite their early struggles, MCA has shown flashes of potential. Averaging 45.7 points per game, the team’s scoring is heavily front-loaded, with a notable 23.3 points per game in the first quarter. However, they have faced difficulties in maintaining momentum through the middle of the game, with the team averaging just 8.0 points in the second quarter and 8.7 in the third. Their offense picks up again in the fourth quarter, where they score 9.0 points per game, but it has not been enough to secure victories so far.

Record Breakdown: Wins and Losses

The team’s overall record of 1-5 reflects their challenges this season. When looking at their performance in different contexts:

• Home Games: MCA is winless at home, with an 0-2 record.
• Away Games: They have not yet won a game on the road, going 0-2.
• Neutral Site Games: MCA is also struggling in neutral-site matchups, with a 0-1 record.

The team has yet to get a win in any of their regional games (0-1), and has yet to compete in any playoff games this season.

What’s Next?

With a long season ahead, the MCA coaching staff will likely focus on improving their consistency throughout the game, particularly in the second and third quarters. If they can sustain their early-game energy and find ways to increase their scoring in the middle portions of the game, they could start to turn things around.

While the team’s 1-5 record may seem discouraging, it’s important to remember that the season is still young, and there’s plenty of time for improvements and adjustments. The players and coaching staff are likely committed to continuing to develop and pushing for a better showing in the second half of the season.