The St. Rose varsity basketball team (Belmar, NJ) will play a home non-conference game against Red Bank Catholic (Red Bank, NJ) today at 5:30 p.m.

Red Bank Catholic vs St. Rose Basketball Game Info:

What: New Jersey High School Basketball
Who: Red Bank Catholic vs St. Rose
When: Friday, January 3, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Red Bank Catholic vs St. Rose

The 2024-2025 Girls’ Varsity Basketball season has already shown exciting promise for both Red Bank Catholic and St. Rose, with each team bringing their unique strengths to the court. Let’s take a deeper dive into their records, team stats, and what makes these teams stand out.

Team Rankings and Overall Record

• Red Bank Catholic (24-25) has established itself as a formidable force, ranking 13th nationally, 2nd in New Jersey, and 1st in their division. With a 4-1 overall record, the team has performed consistently strong. Their home games have been particularly impressive, boasting a perfect 3-0 record, while their neutral and away games have seen some challenges with a 1-1 record.
• St. Rose (24-25), on the other hand, is ranked 40th nationally and 8th in New Jersey. With a 3-2 overall record, their performances have been solid. Their league games are particularly strong, with an unblemished 1-0 record, and they are 2-1 in away games. However, their neutral games and home record are still areas they are looking to improve.

Team Scoring Averages

Red Bank Catholic has a well-balanced offense with an impressive scoring average of 60.0 points per game. Their consistent scoring across the four quarters highlights their offensive strength:

• Q1: 16.0
• Q2: 12.6
• Q3: 14.4
• Q4: 17.0

St. Rose’s scoring average stands at 51.4 points per game, indicating a solid yet lower scoring rate compared to Red Bank Catholic.

Statistical Comparison

• Points Per Game: Red Bank Catholic leads with 60.0 points per game, while St. Rose averages 51.4 points.
• Rebounds: Red Bank Catholic averages 37.8 rebounds per game, which gives them an advantage in securing second-chance opportunities.
• Assists: Red Bank Catholic again takes the lead with 20.0 assists per game, demonstrating their excellent ball movement and team play.
• Steals: With 10.2 steals per game, Red Bank Catholic shows a strong defensive presence on the court.
• Blocks: Both teams exhibit solid defensive stats, but Red Bank Catholic stands out with 5.0 blocks per game.

Team Leaders

Red Bank Catholic’s standout player is Addy Nyemchek, who leads the team with:

• 17.0 points per game
• 10.4 rebounds per game
• 2.8 steals per game
• 1.8 blocks per game

Tessa Liggio also contributes significantly with 5.2 assists per game, making her an essential part of the team’s playmaking efforts.

Head-to-Head Matchup

The teams have yet to meet on the court this season, but both have a tough schedule ahead, including common opponents. Here’s a look at some key matchups:

• Red Bank Catholic will face teams like Morris Catholic, St. John-Vianney, and Rutgers Prep, testing their ability to compete at a high level across different types of matchups.
• St. Rose has also played tough opponents like St. John-Vianney, Franklin, and Gill St. Bernard’s, with mixed results.

Conclusion

Both Red Bank Catholic and St. Rose have shown that they are forces to be reckoned with in the 2024-2025 Girls’ Varsity Basketball season. Red Bank Catholic has a strong offensive and defensive setup, led by Nyemchek’s stellar performance, while St. Rose continues to build its momentum with promising results. With several games left, it’s clear that both teams are on track for exciting showdowns and postseason potential.