The Cleveland (Reseda, CA) varsity water polo team will play a home playoff game against San Bernardino (CA) today at 4 p.m. This match is part of the 2024 CIF SoCal Boys Water Polo Championships – Division III tournament.
San Bernardino vs Cleveland Water Polo Game Info:
What: California High School Water Polo
Who: San Bernardino vs Cleveland
When: Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Time: 4 p.m.
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Game preview: San Bernardino vs Cleveland
As the 2024-2025 high school boys water polo season heats up, two teams are set to clash in an exciting matchup: San Bernardino and Cleveland. Both teams have had notable seasons so far, with San Bernardino posting an overall record of 11-9, including a 5-1 league mark, and Cleveland showing strong performance with a 17-9 record, maintaining a perfect 6-0 league record.
Team Overview
San Bernardino (24-25):
- National Ranking: 526
- State Ranking (California): 401
- Section Ranking: 177
- Section Division: 12
- Overall Record: 11-9
- League Record: 5-1
- Home Record: 3-1
- Away Record: 6-5
- Neutral Record: 2-3
- Win Percentage: .550
- League Win Percentage: .833
- Goals For (GF): 227
- Goals Against (GA): 218
San Bernardino’s team has had a balanced season, combining solid performances in league play with some struggles in non-league matches. The team’s scoring average per game stands at 11.4 goals, but they will need to sharpen their defensive game, as they’ve allowed 218 goals this season.
Cleveland (24-25):
- National Ranking: 240
- State Ranking (California): 184
- Section Ranking: 1
- Section Division: 1
- Overall Record: 17-9
- League Record: 6-0
- Home Record: 6-3
- Away Record: 7-4
- Neutral Record: 4-2
- Win Percentage: .654
- League Win Percentage: 1.000
- Goals For (GF): 296
- Goals Against (GA): 253
Cleveland has been dominant in league play, winning all six of their league games with a perfect 1.000 league percentage. Their offense has been prolific, averaging 11.4 goals per game, which matches San Bernardino’s scoring output, but Cleveland’s defense has been slightly more vulnerable, conceding 253 goals.
Key Stats & Scoring Averages
Both teams have shown the ability to score, but Cleveland’s offensive consistency is evident as they outscore San Bernardino in every quarter, with their highest output coming in the fourth quarter at an average of 5.0 goals. San Bernardino, while averaging 11.4 goals overall, needs to find a way to keep pace with Cleveland in the later stages of the game.
- San Bernardino Scoring Average: 11.4 goals per game
- Cleveland Scoring Average: 11.4 goals per game
While both teams are evenly matched in terms of scoring average, the difference may lie in the defensive strategies. Cleveland’s perfect league record shows they have been effective in their division, while San Bernardino will need to improve their overall defensive play, particularly against high-scoring teams like Cleveland.
Record Breakdown
San Bernardino (24-25):
- Overall Record: 11-9
- League Record: 5-1
- Non-League Record: 2-4
- Home Record: 3-1
- Away Record: 6-5
- Neutral Record: 2-3
Cleveland (24-25):
- Overall Record: 17-9
- League Record: 6-0
- Non-League Record: 1-4
- Home Record: 6-3
- Away Record: 7-4
- Neutral Record: 4-2
Cleveland’s ability to perform well in away games and their perfect league record could give them an edge in this matchup, especially when facing a tough opponent on the road. San Bernardino’s home advantage will be crucial as they look to defend their home pool and improve on their away performance.
Conclusion
The upcoming water polo game between San Bernardino and Cleveland is poised to be an exciting one. Both teams bring a strong offensive game, but Cleveland’s flawless league record and solid performance in both home and away games may give them the edge. San Bernardino, however, has shown resilience throughout the season and will look to leverage their home advantage to pull off an upset. Fans can expect an action-packed game with plenty of scoring, and it will likely come down to which team can better execute their defensive strategy when it matters most.
Stay tuned for what promises to be an unforgettable matchup in high school boys water polo!
