The Potomac School (McLean, VA) varsity basketball team will play a home conference game against Maret (Washington, DC) today at 5 p.m.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Virginia High School Basketball
Who: Maret vs Potomac School
When: Today, February 17, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Maret vs Potomac School
As the Virginia high school basketball season continues to heat up, teams like Maret and Potomac School are battling for dominance. The two schools are closely matched, and their records reflect the intensity of their respective campaigns.
Team Overview
The Maret Frogs (Washington, DC) have had a rollercoaster of a season with a 11-13 overall record and a 4-7 conference performance. Despite the struggles, their squad has been able to generate a strong offensive presence, averaging 55.3 points per game. Their strong suit has been their offense in the first and fourth quarters, with the team scoring 13.7 points per period in each of those quarters.
On the other hand, the Potomac School Panthers (McLean, VA) have been slightly more successful, boasting a 11-12 record, with a 3-8 conference mark. Their offense is potent, averaging 57.2 points per game, outpacing Maret by about two points. The Panthers have displayed balanced scoring throughout the game, with their best quarter being the fourth, where they average 16.9 points per game.
Previous Matchup: Potomac School Triumphs
The most recent head-to-head clash between these two teams took place on January 16, 2025, where Potomac School emerged victorious in a tight contest. The game, held away at Maret’s home court, ended with a 44-41 win for the Panthers. Maret will be looking to avenge that loss when the teams meet again.
Key Players
For Maret, the standout player is Akim Iscandari, who leads the team in points (14.0 per game), assists (5.3), and steals (2.5). His all-around performance has been crucial to Maret’s offense. Meanwhile, Potomac School’s top performer is Daniel Russell, who leads the team in rebounds (8.1 per game) and blocks (2.3). Russell has been an anchor for the Panthers on both ends of the court.
Common Opponents: Who’s Winning?
Both teams have faced off against some of the same opponents this season. In their matchups against Georgetown Day, both teams secured wins, with Potomac School posting a dominant 77-52 victory on January 22, 2025, and Maret winning 62-39 back on December 18, 2024. However, the two teams struggled in games against Flint Hill, with Maret falling 61-49 on January 9, 2025, and Potomac School suffering an 81-64 loss earlier in the season.
Against St. Andrew’s Episcopal, both teams faced tough losses—Maret lost 66-33 on January 21, 2025, and Potomac School fell 74-63 on January 15, 2025. However, in their contests against Saint James, both teams were victorious, with Potomac School winning 71-44 on January 9, 2025, and Maret pulling off a 63-48 win on January 22, 2025.
Record Breakdown
In terms of overall performance, the two schools are relatively close, but Potomac School has the edge with a 11-12 overall record compared to Maret’s 11-13. Both teams have shown resilience in their non-league play, with Maret posting a 6-1 non-league record, and Potomac School finishing 6-2. However, Potomac School has been more successful in away games, sporting a 4-5 record on the road, while Maret has struggled, with a 2-3 away record.
Looking Ahead
With their upcoming game today at 5 PM at Potomac School, Maret will be looking to settle the score after their recent loss. The Panthers will hope to keep their momentum going and build on their head-to-head advantage. This matchup promises to be another exciting chapter in the Virginia high school basketball season.
Both teams will have to rely on their key players to lead them to victory. For Maret, that means continued stellar performances from Akim Iscandari, while Potomac School will count on Daniel Russell’s strong rebounding and defensive presence.
As the season progresses, both teams will look to refine their game strategies and build on their strengths, hoping to secure better positions for the playoffs and prove themselves among the top high school basketball programs in the region.
