As the high school basketball season heats up, the upcoming game between Fort Bend Bush (Richmond, TX) and Ridge Point (Missouri City, TX) promises to be a thrilling contest. Both teams have faced challenges this season but remain determined to make a mark in their respective districts.

Team Records & Standings

• Fort Bend Bush enters the game with a 6-10 overall record, having posted a 1-1 district record. The team has shown some resilience, especially at home, where they have a 3-3 record. However, they’ve struggled in away games with a 2-6 record, leaving them with a .375 win percentage overall and .500 in district play.
• Ridge Point has a 5-12 record and also holds a 1-1 district record. They have faced tough competition, resulting in a 1-4 away record and 2-6 neutral site record, giving them a .294 overall win percentage. Like Fort Bend Bush, Ridge Point is hoping to improve its consistency in the second half of the season.

Offensive and Defensive Comparison

Both teams have comparable scoring averages, with Fort Bend Bush averaging 43.7 points per game and Ridge Point slightly behind at 42.4 points per game. In the opening quarters, Fort Bend Bush tends to perform well with 11.1 points in Q1, but Ridge Point outperforms them slightly in Q2 with 9.3 points compared to Bush’s 10.7. The final quarter is expected to be a decisive period for both teams, with both averaging just over 10 points in the fourth quarter.

Defensively, Fort Bend Bush has given up 864 points so far, while Ridge Point’s defense has allowed 874 points. This suggests that both teams have room for improvement in limiting their opponents’ scoring, which could be crucial in deciding the game.

Key Players to Watch

• Kambree Adams of Fort Bend Bush has been a standout, averaging 15.4 points per game, leading the team in scoring. Additionally, Danielle Okogwu contributes significantly with 7.6 rebounds per game and 3.7 steals per game, showcasing her all-around skills.
• Sydney Person of Ridge Point leads the team with 10.5 points per game, while also contributing with 4.8 rebounds and 2.8 assists per game. Her versatility and leadership will be key for Ridge Point’s chances in this matchup. Kameah Matthews-Ae has been a solid contributor with 0.8 blocks per game.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced similar competition this season, with a 1-3 record against common opponents. Fort Bend Bush faced losses to Klein Collins, Cypress Woods, and Fort Bend Hightower, while Ridge Point also struggled against these same teams, suffering defeats to Klein Collins, Cypress Woods, and Fort Bend Travis. However, Fort Bend Bush did manage to secure a win over Fort Bend Clements, which is an encouraging sign for their performance moving forward.

Head-to-Head Matchup

This game, set for Monday, December 16 at 7 PM, will see Fort Bend Bush traveling to Ridge Point’s home court in Missouri City. Both teams are coming off tough schedules and will look to start this week with a win to boost their confidence. The first meeting of the season ended with both teams recording an equal district record of 1-1, so the stakes are high for this contest.

The game will also feature a rematch on January 21, 2025, when Ridge Point will visit Fort Bend Bush, ensuring this rivalry will keep fans excited for the next several weeks.

What to Expect

Expect a tightly contested game, with both teams eager to bounce back from early season struggles. Fort Bend Bush will likely rely on the scoring ability of Kambree Adams and the defensive tenacity of Danielle Okogwu, while Ridge Point will look for leadership from Sydney Person and solid team defense to come out on top. With both teams aiming to improve their records, this matchup could serve as a pivotal moment in their respective seasons.

Tip-off is at 7:00 PM on December 16, and fans from both schools are sure to be in for a competitive and exciting evening of basketball.