As the 2024-25 South Carolina high school basketball season heats up, two standout teams—Hilton Head Prep and Orangeburg Prep—have established themselves as dominant forces in their respective classes. Both teams have put up impressive numbers, but how do they compare when looking at the statistics head-to-head?

Overall Performance & Records

• Hilton Head Prep (Class 3): 17-9 overall, 6-0 in region play
• Orangeburg Prep (Class 1): 22-1 overall, 6-0 in region play

While Hilton Head Prep has put together a strong season with a winning percentage of 65.4%, Orangeburg Prep has been nearly flawless, boasting a 95.7% win rate. Additionally, Orangeburg Prep has remained undefeated at home (13-0) and in away games (6-0), while Hilton Head Prep has suffered a few losses on the road (8-4).

Scoring & Statistical Comparison

When it comes to offensive production, Orangeburg Prep has been the more explosive team, averaging 59.9 points per game compared to Hilton Head Prep’s 50.3 points per game. Orangeburg Prep has also demonstrated a stronger fourth-quarter performance, averaging 21.1 points in the final period, showing their ability to close out games.

Defensively, Hilton Head Prep allows more points, having a points-for (PF) vs. points-against (PA) ratio of 1,309 to 1,125, whereas Orangeburg Prep has been dominant, with a 1,378 to 639 ratio. This indicates a more stifling defense from Orangeburg Prep, holding opponents to an average of just 27.8 points per game.

Team Leaders & Key Players

Hilton Head Prep has leaned heavily on Courtney Campbell (#3), who has been a statistical juggernaut:

• 26.0 points per game (well above the national average of 4.2)
• 8.3 rebounds per game
• 6.9 assists per game
• 6.0 steals per game

For Hilton Head Prep, Campbell has been the clear go-to player, contributing across multiple categories. Orangeburg Prep’s leading players are not specified in this dataset, but their balanced scoring and defensive dominance suggest a strong team-oriented approach.

Common Opponents & Performance Trends

Both teams have played similar competition, with Hilton Head Prep going 5-0 against shared opponents, while Orangeburg Prep went 4-0. Notably, Orangeburg Prep has won those matchups by larger margins, including a 54-11 win over Florence Christian, while Hilton Head Prep defeated the same team 43-38.

This suggests that while Hilton Head Prep can grind out wins, Orangeburg Prep has a tendency to dominate and put teams away early.

Key Takeaways & Playoff Implications

Both teams have been outstanding in region play (6-0 each), making them prime contenders for deep playoff runs. However, Orangeburg Prep’s superior overall record, defensive strength, and ability to pull away in the fourth quarter could give them the edge in a potential postseason showdown.

For Hilton Head Prep, the performance of Courtney Campbell will likely be the X-factor. If she can continue putting up big numbers and her supporting cast steps up, Hilton Head Prep could surprise some top-ranked teams.

On the other hand, Orangeburg Prep’s consistency and defensive dominance make them one of the toughest teams to beat in South Carolina. With a nearly perfect record and an ability to control both ends of the court, they are looking like strong favorites heading into the playoffs.

The stage is set for an exciting postseason—will Hilton Head Prep’s star power be enough to overcome Orangeburg Prep’s well-rounded attack? Only time will tell.