The Scotland Christian Academy (Laurinburg, NC) varsity basketball team will host Wilson Christian Academy (Wilson, NC) for a conference game on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.

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What: North Carolina High School Basketball
Who: Scotland Christian Academy vs Wilson Christian Academy
When: Friday, December 13, 2024
Time: 5:30. p.m. ET
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A Comparative Look at Wilson Christian Academy and Scotland Christian Academy’s 2024-2025 Basketball Seasons

As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, Wilson Christian Academy and Scotland Christian Academy both find themselves facing different challenges and opportunities. With contrasting records and team statistics, the two schools have shown a diverse range of performances. Here’s a breakdown of their seasons and how they stack up against each other in various key categories.

Team Records & Performance

• Wilson Christian Academy has struggled this season, posting an overall record of 0-7, including a 0-1 record in conference play. The team has yet to secure a win on their home court, with an unfortunate 0-6 record at home. Their performances have been marked by a lack of consistent scoring and defensive struggles, as reflected in the team’s 323 points for (PF) and 409 points against (PA).
• Scotland Christian Academy, on the other hand, has had a mixed season, currently holding a 2-2 overall record, with an even 2-2 conference record. Scotland’s performance has been more balanced with a 213 PF and 216 PA, though they’ve experienced a tougher time on the road with an 0-1 away record.

Team Scoring Averages

• Wilson Christian Academy’s scoring averages show some improvement as the game progresses, with their Q1 and Q2 averages relatively low at 9.8 and 10.8 points, respectively. However, their offense picks up in the second half, with 13.8 points in Q3 and 13.0 points in Q4, culminating in an average of 46.1 points per game.
• In comparison, Scotland Christian Academy has been a much stronger offensive team. They start strong with 18.5 points in Q1 and maintain a solid offensive presence throughout the game. While they see a dip in the final quarter, their Q4 average of 9.5 points still keeps them ahead with an overall average of 53.3 points per game.

Team Stat Comparison

When comparing key team statistics, Scotland Christian Academy outperforms Wilson Christian Academy in nearly every category:

• Points Per Game (PPG): Scotland averages 53.3 PPG, significantly higher than Wilson’s 46.1 PPG.
• Rebounds Per Game (RPG): Scotland leads with an average of 32.3 RPG, whereas Wilson averages no significant rebound leaders.
• Assists Per Game (APG): Scotland again leads with 14.5 APG compared to Wilson’s lower assist averages.
• Steals Per Game (SPG): Scotland’s defense shines with 13.5 SPG, showing their ability to disrupt opposing offenses. Wilson’s best steal leader, Kadin Bryson, is a standout with 3.0 SPG, but the team still lags behind.
• Blocks Per Game (BPG): Scotland averages 3.5 BPG, while Wilson’s Frankie McIntyre leads his team with 1.3 BPG, highlighting his defensive impact.

Team Leaders

• Wilson Christian Academy’s standout player is Frankie McIntyre, who leads the team in scoring with 15.8 PPG and rebounds with 6.3 RPG. He also contributes defensively with 1.3 BPG.
• Scotland Christian Academy sees multiple contributors, including Jeffrey St Onge, who is the team leader in assists with 4.8 APG, and Kadin Bryson, who leads in steals with 3.0 SPG.

Common Opponents

Both teams faced some similar opponents during the season, but their results were quite different:

• Wilson Christian Academy lost to Wilmington Christian Academy (66-52), while Scotland Christian Academy also lost to them but in a much more lopsided defeat (75-30).
• On the other hand, Scotland Christian Academy had a strong victory over Southside Christian (65-43), a win Wilson Christian Academy will likely seek to replicate as they take on Southside on January 7, 2025.

Conclusion

As the season unfolds, Scotland Christian Academy is clearly in a stronger position with a 2-2 record, showing better overall performance and resilience, especially on the offensive end. Their defensive and playmaking abilities, combined with key individual performances, set them apart from Wilson Christian Academy, which has struggled to find success thus far.

While Wilson Christian Academy continues to work through its growing pains, particularly in terms of offensive consistency and defensive strategies, they still have key players like Frankie McIntyre to build their future around. The remainder of the season will be crucial for both teams to assess their growth and potential for the postseason, especially as they face off against each other and common opponents in the weeks ahead.