The Mountain Crest (Hyrum, UT) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against Hurricane (UT) on Friday, December 6, 2024, at 7:00 PM.
Matchup Details Basketball:
What: Utah, High School Basketball
Who: Mountain Crest vs Hurricane
When: Friday, December 06, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here
Hurricane vs. Mountain Crest: A Statistical Showdown in High School Basketball
The early 2024-2025 high school basketball season has delivered exciting matchups, and two teams making waves are Hurricane and Mountain Crest. Both squads have demonstrated impressive skills on the court, and a closer look at their performances highlights key differences in playing styles, team strengths, and standout players.
Team Records and Performance Overview
- Hurricane (2-1 Overall)
- Home: 2-0 | Away: 0-1
- Win Percentage: .667
- Points For (PF): 196 | Points Against (PA): 164
- Mountain Crest (1-1 Overall)
- Home: 1-1 | Away: 0-0
- Win Percentage: .500
- Points For (PF): 109 | Points Against (PA): 93
Hurricane’s strong home record demonstrates dominance in familiar territory, while Mountain Crest has yet to play an away game. Hurricane’s higher offensive output and tight defense give them a slight edge.
Team Scoring Averages
| Quarter | Hurricane | Mountain Crest |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 15.0 | 17.0 |
| Q2 | 16.0 | 9.0 |
| Q3 | 18.3 | 14.0 |
| Q4 | 16.0 | 14.5 |
| Final | 65.3 | 54.5 |
Hurricane’s balanced scoring across quarters highlights their consistency, with a standout third-quarter performance (18.3 PPG). Mountain Crest, meanwhile, shows early-game strength, but a dip in the second quarter suggests room for improvement in maintaining momentum.
Team Stat Comparison
| Category | Hurricane | Mountain Crest |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | 65.3 | 54.5 |
| Rebounds Per Game | 35.0 | 29.5 |
| Assists Per Game | 10.3 | 16.5 |
| Steals Per Game | 11.7 | 5.5 |
| Blocks Per Game | 3.0 | 3.0 |
Hurricane’s dominance on the boards and defensive steals (11.7 SPG) set them apart, while Mountain Crest excels in ball distribution with 16.5 assists per game, thanks to unselfish playmaking.
Key Players
Hurricane’s Leaders
- Brigham Kemp (#0):
- 20.0 PPG, 5.3 APG, 3.7 SPG
Kemp’s all-around performance is a driving force for Hurricane, showcasing scoring, facilitating, and defensive prowess.
- 20.0 PPG, 5.3 APG, 3.7 SPG
- Thailand Gubler (#45):
- 7.7 RPG
Gubler controls the paint with solid rebounding, helping Hurricane dominate second-chance opportunities.
- 7.7 RPG
Mountain Crest’s Leaders
- Trey Cooper (#3):
- 12.5 PPG
Cooper leads Mountain Crest’s scoring, consistently finding ways to contribute offensively.
- 12.5 PPG
- Niko Dimitricoff (#23):
- 7.0 RPG
Dimitricoff battles in the post to keep Mountain Crest competitive on the boards.
- 7.0 RPG
- Mason Smith (#10):
- 5.5 APG
Smith’s court vision and passing elevate Mountain Crest’s offensive strategy.
- 5.5 APG
Common Opponents and Upcoming Games
Hurricane holds a 1-0 record against common opponents, having defeated Sky View 69-62. Mountain Crest will face Sky View later in the season, giving them a chance to measure up. Both teams also have upcoming games against Green Canyon and Ridgeline, which will further test their capabilities.
Conclusion
Hurricane’s consistency, rebounding dominance, and standout individual performances make them a formidable contender, while Mountain Crest’s playmaking and early offensive bursts show potential. As the season progresses, both teams will have opportunities to refine their play and make deep postseason runs. Expect future matchups to bring exciting competition and further establish their strengths.
