The Shanley High School varsity basketball team (Fargo, ND) will play a home non-conference game against St. Mary’s Central (Bismarck, ND) on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 7:15 p.m.
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What: North Dakota High School Basketball
Who: Shanley vs St. Mary’s Central
When: Friday, December 13, 2024
Time: 7:15. p.m. ET
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A Season of Challenges for St. Mary’s Central and Shanley: A Comprehensive Review
As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season unfolds, both St. Mary’s Central and Shanley have faced a tough start, with each team currently holding a 0-2 record. Both teams are struggling to find their rhythm early in the season, but there are still several key elements to note as they look to turn things around in the upcoming games.
Current Team Performance Overview
St. Mary’s Central:
- Record: 0-2 (Overall)
- Scoring Average: 67.0 points per game (PPG)
- Points Scored (PF): 134
- Points Allowed (PA): 150
Despite a winless start, St. Mary’s Central has shown the ability to put up an average of 67.0 points per game. However, their defense has been a weak spot, with 150 points allowed over two games. Both of their losses have been close, with the most recent loss coming against Grand Forks Central on December 7, 2024, by a score of 77-71.
Shanley:
- Record: 0-2 (Overall)
- Scoring Average: 58.0 points per game (PPG)
- Points Scored (PF): 116
- Points Allowed (PA): 171
Shanley has struggled offensively, averaging only 58.0 points per game. Their defense has also been porous, allowing 171 points across two games. Their most recent loss was a significant 93-60 defeat to Mandan on December 7, 2024. This loss highlights a gap in both offensive and defensive play that the team will need to address as the season progresses.
Common Opponents: A Comparative Analysis
Both teams have faced common opponents early in the season, providing an interesting comparison of their performance against similar competition.
- Grand Forks Central:
- St. Mary’s Central vs. Grand Forks Central: St. Mary’s Central suffered a close loss on December 7, 2024, falling 77-71 in an away game.
- Shanley vs. Grand Forks Central: Shanley is set to face Grand Forks Central on December 12, 2024. This matchup will be crucial as both teams are hoping to gain their first win of the season.
- Legacy:
- St. Mary’s Central vs. Legacy: The team will face Legacy on December 20, 2024, a game that could offer a potential turnaround.
- Shanley vs. Legacy: Shanley already faced Legacy on December 6, 2024, losing 78-56. Legacy seems to be one of the tougher teams early in the season, and both St. Mary’s Central and Shanley will need to be prepared for this challenge.
- Mandan:
- St. Mary’s Central vs. Mandan: The team will face Mandan on January 24, 2025, and again on February 25, 2025. St. Mary’s Central will be looking for a redemption win.
- Shanley vs. Mandan: Shanley faced Mandan early, suffering a 93-60 defeat on December 7, 2024.
Head-to-Head Comparison
- St. Mary’s Central vs. Shanley: The two teams have not yet faced each other in the 2024-2025 season, but their performances against common opponents suggest that both are evenly matched in terms of early struggles. St. Mary’s Central’s higher scoring average could give them an edge in future matchups, though Shanley will certainly be motivated to turn around their performance.
Record Breakdown:
| Category | St. Mary’s Central | Shanley |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Record | 0-2 | 0-2 |
| League Record | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Non-League Record | 0-2 | 0-2 |
| Home Record | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Away Record | 0-2 | 0-2 |
| Neutral Record | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Playoff Record | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| In-State Record | 0-2 | 0-2 |
| Out-of-State Record | 0-0 | 0-0 |
Both teams have struggled in their early games and will be looking to make improvements across the board as the season progresses. St. Mary’s Central will need to focus on defensive consistency, while Shanley will look to improve their offensive output to match their competitors.
Conclusion
As the 2024-2025 season continues, both St. Mary’s Central and Shanley have a lot of work ahead of them to break their winless streaks. While they have had similar struggles against common opponents, there is still time to adjust and refine their strategies. With key matchups against tough teams like Grand Forks Central, Legacy, and Mandan on the horizon, both teams will need to step up their game to avoid falling further behind. As the season unfolds, it will be interesting to see which team can bounce back and build momentum towards a successful campaign.
