The Calvary Baptist Academy varsity basketball team from Hurricane, WV, will play a neutral non-conference game against Poca, WV, on Friday, December 20, at 3:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: West Virginia High School Basketball
Who: Poca vs Calvary Baptist Academy
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 3:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Poca vs Calvary Baptist Academy

West Virginia high school basketball is heating up, with teams showing varied levels of performance. Two schools, Poca High School and Calvary Baptist Academy, have garnered attention, albeit for vastly different reasons. Here’s a breakdown of their current standings and team dynamics based on recent statistics.

Rankings and Records

• Poca: Off to a tough start, Poca holds an overall record of 0-1 with a 0.000 win percentage. They have scored 28 points while conceding 74 in their lone game.
• Calvary Baptist Academy: A powerhouse this season, the team boasts a perfect 6-0 record, both overall and in the region, with an impressive 1.000 win percentage. They’ve scored a staggering 470 points, averaging nearly 80 per game, while conceding only 236.

Team Scoring and Averages

• Poca: Averaging only 28.0 points per game, Poca has yet to find its offensive rhythm.
• Calvary Baptist Academy: The team has shown consistent dominance across all quarters, averaging:
  • 21.2 points in Q1
  • 17.8 in Q2
  • 17.6 in Q3
  • 16.2 in Q4
  • An overall average of 78.3 points per game.

Key Team Stats

Calvary Baptist Academy leads in almost every major category compared to Poca:

• Points Per Game: 79.8 vs. 28.0
• Rebounds Per Game: 37.8 vs. N/A
• Assists Per Game: 22.4 vs. N/A
• Steals Per Game: 18.0 vs. N/A
• Blocks Per Game: 3.0 vs. N/A

Player Highlights

• Poca:
  • Bryson Childers (#21) leads his team in points (17.8 PPG), rebounds (9.2 RPG), and blocks (1.4 BPG).
  • Owen Good (#0) is the assist leader with 5.8 APG.
  • Matthew DeGroff (#3) leads in steals with 3.4 SPG.
• Calvary Baptist Academy:
  The team has no specific individual stats reported but demonstrates exceptional overall performance, surpassing national averages in most categories.

Common Opponents

• Both teams faced Cross Lanes Christian, with contrasting results:
  • Calvary Baptist Academy triumphed in a dominant 90-21 victory on December 10, 2024.
  • Poca has yet to play them.

Analysis

Poca appears to be rebuilding this season, with limited games and challenges in both offense and defense. On the other hand, Calvary Baptist Academy is a juggernaut, excelling in scoring, rebounding, and teamwork. Their 6-0 record reflects a well-rounded, high-performing squad poised for deep playoff success.

Poca’s standout players like Bryson Childers and Owen Good offer glimpses of potential, but the team needs broader contributions and improved defense to compete with elite teams like Calvary Baptist Academy.

Looking Ahead

Poca faces an uphill battle but has opportunities to turn the tide with future games. Meanwhile, Calvary Baptist Academy is setting a high standard and looks to maintain their winning streak as the season progresses.

This matchup of underdog vs. dominant contender exemplifies the diversity of talent in West Virginia high school basketball. It remains to be seen how both teams evolve in the coming weeks.