The Saint Thomas Aquinas varsity basketball team from Overland Park, KS, will host a home conference game against Bishop Miege from Shawnee Mission, KS, today at 7 p.m.
Saint Thomas Aquinas vs Bishop Miege Game Info:
What: Kansas High School Basketball
Who: Saint Thomas Aquinas (KS) vs Bishop Miege (KS)
When: Friday, January 3, 2025
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Saint Thomas Aquinas vs Bishop Miege
As the highly anticipated varsity basketball game between Bishop Miege and Saint Thomas Aquinas approaches, fans and analysts alike are eager to see how these two competitive teams will fare against each other. With the game starting in just 14 hours, we delve into key statistics, team records, and individual performances to provide a comprehensive preview of this exciting matchup.
Rankings & Records
Bishop Miege (24-25)
- Overall Record: 2-1
- Home Record: 1-0
- Away Record: 1-1
- Win Percentage: .667
- Points For (PF): 212
- Points Against (PA): 205
Saint Thomas Aquinas (24-25)
- Overall Record: 3-2
- District Record: 1-0
- Home Record: 3-0
- Away Record: 0-2
- Win Percentage: .600
- District Win Percentage: 1.000
- Points For (PF): 308
- Points Against (PA): 285
Team Scoring Averages
| Quarter | Bishop Miege | Saint Thomas Aquinas |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 16.3 | 22.0 |
| Q2 | 16.7 | 22.0 |
| Q3 | 15.3 | 18.0 |
| Q4 | 13.7 | 16.0 |
| OT1 | 6.0 | – |
| OT2 | 9.0 | – |
| OT3 | 11.0 | – |
| Final | 70.7 | 61.6 |
Bishop Miege has a slight edge in overall scoring, averaging 70.7 points per game compared to Saint Thomas Aquinas’ 61.6 points per game. However, Saint Thomas Aquinas shows strong first-half performances, averaging 22 points in both the first and second quarters.
Team Stat Comparison
| Stat | Bishop Miege | Saint Thomas Aquinas |
| Points Per Game | 70.7 | 61.6 |
| Rebounds Per Game | – | 30.6 |
| Assists Per Game | – | 12.4 |
| Steals Per Game | – | 6.8 |
| Blocks Per Game | – | 1.6 |
Saint Thomas Aquinas leads in rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks, indicating a strong all-around team performance that could prove crucial in a closely contested game.
Team Leaders
Bishop Miege
- Points Per Game: #11 Brett Yankovich – 16.2
- Rebounds Per Game: #11 Brett Yankovich – 6.6
- Assists Per Game: #23 Nic Sabers – 4.8
- Steals Per Game: #3 Isaiah Freeman – 2.4
- Blocks Per Game: #11 Brett Yankovich – 0.8
Saint Thomas Aquinas
- Points Per Game: 5.2 (Team Average)
- Rebounds Per Game: 2.7 (Team Average)
- Assists Per Game: 1.1 (Team Average)
- Steals Per Game: 0.9 (Team Average)
- Blocks Per Game: 0.3 (Team Average)
Bishop Miege’s Brett Yankovich is a standout player, leading the team in points, rebounds, and blocks. Nic Sabers also plays a key role in facilitating the offense with an impressive 4.8 assists per game.
Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
Both teams have yet to face each other this season, making this game a first in their 2024-2025 campaign. When it comes to common opponents, Saint Thomas Aquinas holds a 1-1 record, including a loss to St. Pius X and a win against St. James Academy. Bishop Miege has yet to record a result against common opponents.
Record Breakdown
| Category | Bishop Miege | Saint Thomas Aquinas |
| Overall | 2-1 | 3-2 |
| League | 0-0 | 1-0 |
| Non-League | 2-1 | 2-2 |
| Head-to-Head | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Common Opponent | 0-0 | 1-1 |
| Home | 1-0 | 3-0 |
| Away | 1-1 | 0-2 |
| Neutral | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Playoff | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| In-State | 1-1 | 1-1 |
| Out-of-State | 1-0 | 2-1 |
Conclusion
The upcoming game between Bishop Miege and Saint Thomas Aquinas promises to be a thrilling encounter. With both teams showcasing strong offensive and defensive capabilities, fans can expect a closely contested battle. Key players like Brett Yankovich for Bishop Miege and Saint Thomas Aquinas’ balanced team effort will play pivotal roles in determining the outcome. Whether it’s the consistent scoring of Bishop Miege or the all-around performance of Saint Thomas Aquinas, this matchup is set to be a highlight of the season.
