The Landstown High School varsity basketball team will host a home conference game against Princess Anne High School on Friday, January 31, at 7:00 PM in Virginia Beach, VA.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Virginia High School Basketball
Who: Princess Anne vs Landstown
When: Friday, January 31, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Princess Anne vs Landstown
The 2024-2025 Virginia high school basketball season is heating up with some exciting matchups between local teams. One of the most anticipated games features Princess Anne High School and Landstown High School, both from Virginia Beach. With impressive records and standout performances, this rivalry promises to deliver an intense contest.
Team Overview:
Princess Anne (8-6, 6-3 Region)
Princess Anne enters the game with a solid record of 8-6 overall and 6-3 in the region. The team has shown resilience, holding a strong 5-4 home record and a 3-2 away record. With a scoring average of 62.2 points per game, Princess Anne relies on the leadership of key players like Damien Robinson, who leads the team with 17.0 points per game. Other standout players include Alan Walker, averaging 5.1 rebounds per game, and Alonzo Martinez, who dishes out 5.1 assists per game.
Landstown (14-2, 11-1 Region)
Landstown has been a dominant force this season, with an impressive 14-2 overall record and 11-1 in the region. Their home and away records are equally strong, with the team showing an undefeated 7-0 away performance. Averaging 67.6 points per game, Landstown has proven to be offensive juggernauts, led by players like Zaevion Cleveland, who provides solid defense with 0.7 blocks per game, and their standout scorer, who helps lead the team to victory. Landstown has demonstrated incredible depth, especially on the defensive side of the ball, with 13.5 steals per game.
Recent Matchup:
In their most recent meeting on December 13, 2024, Landstown emerged victorious in an away game, defeating Princess Anne 65-56. This victory demonstrated Landstown’s ability to dominate in high-stakes conference matchups, but with the return game coming up on January 31, 2025, at 7 p.m. at Landstown, Princess Anne is determined to bounce back and challenge the leaders of the region.
Key Players:
Princess Anne:
- Damien Robinson: 17.0 points per game, 3.6 steals per game (Team leader)
- Alan Walker: 5.1 rebounds per game
- Alonzo Martinez: 5.1 assists per game
Landstown:
- Zaevion Cleveland: 0.7 blocks per game
- Leading scorer: Contributes significantly to Landstown’s 67.6 points per game
- Defense: 13.5 steals per game
Common Opponents:
Both teams have faced off against several common opponents, though Landstown has dominated with an 11-1 record against those teams, while Princess Anne holds a 6-3 record. Some of the key matchups include victories over Bayside, Kempsville, and Tallwood. However, both teams also faced challenging losses against Green Run and Salem, adding an element of unpredictability to their head-to-head showdown.
Scoring Averages:
- Princess Anne: 62.2 points per game
- Landstown: 67.6 points per game
Despite both teams being offensive threats, Landstown’s higher scoring average could give them an edge heading into the game. However, Princess Anne’s strong defense and leadership from Damien Robinson could make for a tightly contested game.
Looking Ahead:
As the season progresses, both teams are eyeing the playoffs, with Princess Anne holding an 8-6 overall record and Landstown boasting a stellar 14-2 record. Princess Anne has had a tougher time in non-league matchups, but their regional performance remains strong. Landstown, on the other hand, has excelled against both regional and non-regional opponents, proving they’re a team to watch in the postseason.
The upcoming game on January 31, 2025, is set to be a crucial one in determining the positioning for the region’s top teams. With Landstown currently leading the series 1-0 this season, Princess Anne will need to capitalize on their home-court advantage and overcome the challenges posed by Landstown’s potent offense and defense.
Conclusion:
As Princess Anne and Landstown prepare for their upcoming matchup, all eyes will be on these two powerhouse teams. Princess Anne will need to tighten its defense and capitalize on the leadership of Robinson, while Landstown will look to continue their impressive season and extend their lead at the top of the region. The game promises to be an exciting clash of talent, strategy, and determination—one that could have major implications for the rest of the season.
