The Morro Bay High School varsity water polo team will host Redwood High School (Visalia, CA) in a home playoff game today at 6 p.m. as part of the 2024 Girls Water Polo Central Section Division II Championships tournament.
Redwood vs Morro Bay Water Polo Game Info:
What: California High School Girls Water Polo
Who: Redwood vs Morro Bay
When: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: 5:30 p.m.
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Game preview: Redwood vs Morro Bay
The varsity water polo teams from Redwood (Visalia, CA) and Morro Bay (CA) have shown impressive performances throughout the season, each maintaining strong standings in California. Their records and head-to-head results provide a fascinating insight into how these teams compare, with both aiming for victory as they face off again in the playoffs.
Rankings & Records
Redwood (24-25 Season):
- National Rank: 57
- State Rank: 39 (California)
- Section Rank: 10
- Record: 21-9 overall, 10-0 in league games
- Win Rate: 70% (league rate: 100%)
- Home Record: 8-0, Away Record: 9-5, Neutral: 4-4
- Goals For (GF): 338, Goals Against (GA): 230
Morro Bay (24-25 Season):
- National Rank: 46
- State Rank: 32
- Section Rank: 9
- Record: 16-10 overall, 3-5 in league games
- Win Rate: 61.5% (league rate: 37.5%)
- Home Record: 6-4, Away Record: 4-4, Neutral: 6-2
- Goals For (GF): 246, Goals Against (GA): 222
Redwood stands out with a flawless league record (10-0), a significant advantage over Morro Bay’s 3-5 league score. This discrepancy highlights Redwood’s ability to dominate within their league, showcasing a higher league performance consistency compared to Morro Bay.
Scoring Averages by Quarter
When analyzing each team’s average scores per quarter, we see varied scoring patterns:
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT1 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood | 1.7 | 3.2 | 2.0 | 2.2 | 1.0 | 11.3 |
| Morro Bay | 3.7 | 2.7 | 2.0 | 1.8 | – | 9.5 |
Morro Bay shows strength in the early game, with an impressive average of 3.7 goals in the first quarter. Redwood, on the other hand, performs strongly in the second quarter with a notable average of 3.2 goals. Redwood’s slight edge in final scoring (11.3 to 9.5) could play a crucial role in their upcoming playoff game.
Previous Matchups and Head-to-Head
On August 30, 2024, these teams previously clashed, with Morro Bay emerging victorious, defeating Redwood 9-3. This win highlights Morro Bay’s defensive strength, which could give them an advantage in their playoff matchup.
Team Stat Comparison
In terms of team stats, Morro Bay shows a balanced distribution across scoring and defense, while Redwood’s stats emphasize their scoring efficiency.
| Stat | Redwood | Morro Bay |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | – | 79 |
| Assists | – | 27 |
| Shots | – | 94 |
| Steals | – | 48 |
Key Players and Leaders
Redwood’s standout player, Ava Beckett (#8), has proven to be an offensive force with 31 goals and 32 shots this season. On the other hand, Tessa Standrige (10/1A) excels in both assists and steals, contributing to Redwood’s versatility on both offense and defense. Morro Bay’s key players match Redwood’s skill, maintaining close averages in goals, assists, and steals.
Record Breakdown Against Common Opponents
Each team has faced common opponents such as Tulare Western, Atascadero, and San Luis Obispo, providing additional context for their skill and consistency. Morro Bay has a stronger record against these teams at 6-2, while Redwood stands at 3-4, showing some inconsistency against shared competition.
Notable Results Against Common Opponents:
- Morro Bay vs. Atascadero: Won 10-3 and 11-9
- Redwood vs. Atascadero: Lost 10-3 but later won 9-6
- Morro Bay vs. San Luis Obispo: Won 10-6, 6-5, and 8-7
- Redwood vs. San Luis Obispo: Lost 7-6 but later won 10-9
Upcoming Playoff Game
Redwood and Morro Bay will face each other once more in a high-stakes playoff game, and with Redwood’s recent strong league performance and Morro Bay’s early-season victory over Redwood, it promises to be a highly competitive matchup.
In summary, while Redwood boasts a higher win percentage and stronger league record, Morro Bay’s previous victory over them and stronger performance against common opponents may make them a formidable competitor in the playoffs. The outcome will likely hinge on Redwood’s ability to adjust defensively and Morro Bay’s consistency across all quarters.
