The Rocky Hill Country Day varsity basketball team (East Greenwich, RI) will play a home non-conference game against Greens Farms Academy (Greens Farms, CT) today at 6 p.m.

Here’s what you need to Basketball know:

What: Prep Schools High School Basketball
Who: Rocky Hill Country Day vs Greens Farms Academy
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 6:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Greens Farms Academy and Rocky Hill Country Day: A Close Look at Their 2024-2025 Seasons

As the 2024-2025 basketball season unfolds, two teams from Connecticut are already making waves with their performances: Greens Farms Academy (GFA) and Rocky Hill Country Day (RHCD). With contrasting records and styles of play, both teams are setting the stage for an exciting year in their respective leagues. Here’s a breakdown of their rankings, records, and performance so far.

Greens Farms Academy: A Strong Start

Greens Farms Academy (GFA) has begun their season with a perfect 1-0 record. Despite being early in their campaign, the team has already shown a knack for competitive play. Their opening game was a thrilling 47-45 victory over Storm King on December 7, 2024.

Season Overview:

• Overall Record: 1-0
• Home Record: 0-0
• Away Record: 1-0
• Win Percentage: 1.000
• Points For (PF): 47
• Points Against (PA): 45

Although their overall record is still quite small, the 47-45 win over Storm King gives an early indication that Greens Farms Academy has the potential to be a competitive force this season.

Rocky Hill Country Day: In the Middle of the Pack

On the other hand, Rocky Hill Country Day is navigating through a more mixed season. With a 3-3 record so far, the team is in a relatively balanced position. While they are off to a slightly slower start, the team has shown promise with several solid performances.

Season Overview:

• Overall Record: 3-3
• League Record: 1-0
• Home Record: 0-1
• Away Record: 3-1
• Neutral Record: 0-1
• Win Percentage: 0.500
• League Percentage: 1.000
• Points For (PF): 398
• Points Against (PA): 419

With a strong win percentage in league play and an impressive 3-1 away record, Rocky Hill Country Day has demonstrated they can compete, especially when playing on the road.

Common Opponents: A Shared Challenge

Both teams have faced similar opponents in the early stages of the season, providing a fascinating comparison of how they handle common challenges.

• St. Thomas More: Greens Farms Academy will face St. Thomas More on December 6, 2024, while Rocky Hill Country Day takes them on February 6, 2025.
• Storm King: Greens Farms Academy already defeated Storm King 47-45 on December 7, 2024. Rocky Hill will meet Storm King again on February 8, 2025.
• Hamden Hall Country Day: Greens Farms will meet Hamden Hall on February 18, 2025, while Rocky Hill Country Day will take them on January 31, 2025.
• Capital Prep Harbor: Greens Farms will face Capital Prep Harbor on January 21, 2025, while Rocky Hill plays them on January 4, 2025.
• Marianapolis Prep: Greens Farms Academy will face Marianapolis Prep on January 22, 2025. Rocky Hill played Marianapolis Prep on November 21, 2024, losing a close game 60-55.

Head-to-Head Record Breakdown

When comparing the two teams head-to-head this season, we see a competitive contrast:

• Greens Farms Academy has a perfect record of 1-0 in their non-league games, while Rocky Hill Country Day holds a 2-3 record in their non-league matchups.
• Both teams are evenly matched in terms of in-state and out-of-state performance, with Greens Farms Academy posting a 1-0 record in-state, and Rocky Hill Country Day showing a 2-3 mark for out-of-state games.

Interestingly, when comparing their performances at home, away, and neutral venues, Rocky Hill Country Day’s strength on the road stands out. Their 3-1 record away from home contrasts with GFA’s 1-0 road success, which means Rocky Hill might have the edge when playing outside familiar territory.

Looking Ahead

The remainder of the 2024-2025 season holds plenty of promise for both teams. Greens Farms Academy will look to build on their undefeated record, while Rocky Hill Country Day will aim to gain momentum after their mixed start. Both teams will face tough competition, particularly from their common opponents, but their contrasting records show they are capable of strong performances on both home turf and on the road.

With several games against each other’s shared rivals ahead, fans can expect thrilling matchups that could decide the fate of their seasons. As these two teams continue to evolve throughout the season, their head-to-head games and performances will be crucial in determining who will emerge as the top contender in their leagues. Keep an eye on both Greens Farms Academy and Rocky Hill Country Day as the 2024-2025 season progresses – it’s shaping up to be a competitive year