The South Kingstown High School (Wakefield, RI) varsity basketball team will play a home conference game against Coventry (RI) on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 6:00 PM.
Matchup Information:
- Coventry vs South Kingstown Basketball
- Date: Friday, January 31, 2025
- Time: 6:00 PM
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Coventry vs. South Kingstown: A Tale of Two Seasons in Rhode Island High School Basketball
As the Rhode Island high school basketball season unfolds, two teams—Coventry and South Kingstown—have made their mark with competitive performances. Both squads have showcased talent, resilience, and key individual standouts. Let’s dive into their season statistics, strengths, and how they compare as they push toward the postseason.
Season Overview: Coventry vs. South Kingstown
Both Coventry and South Kingstown have had strong seasons, but South Kingstown holds the edge in overall performance.
- Coventry (9-6 Overall, 5-5 League, .600 Win Percentage)
- Coventry has been solid, maintaining a balanced record in league play and showing they can hold their own against tough competition.
- Their defense has been key, allowing 817 points this season.
- However, inconsistency in tough matchups has led to a middle-of-the-pack league record.
- South Kingstown (13-4 Overall, 10-3 League, .765 Win Percentage)
- South Kingstown has established itself as a contender with an impressive 10-3 league record.
- They have a strong offense, scoring 1,103 points, and their defense has been effective, conceding just 931 points.
- Their ability to dominate league opponents gives them an edge heading into the latter part of the season.
Statistical Comparison
| Category | Coventry | South Kingstown |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | 55.9 | 64.1 |
| Rebounds Per Game | 30.8 | 29.3 |
| Assists Per Game | 17.5 | 15.2 |
| Steals Per Game | 9.5 | 9.6 |
| Blocks Per Game | 5.8 | 2.8 |
- South Kingstown holds the advantage in scoring, averaging 64.1 points per game compared to Coventry’s 55.9.
- Coventry slightly edges out in rebounds per game (30.8 vs. 29.3), showing their strength on the boards.
- Coventry also leads in assists per game (17.5 vs. 15.2), indicating strong ball movement.
- Defensively, the teams are nearly identical in steals per game, with Coventry at 9.5 and South Kingstown at 9.6.
- Coventry holds a major advantage in blocks per game (5.8 vs. 2.8), showing their ability to protect the rim.
Key Players
Both teams have standout players leading the way in various categories:
Coventry’s Top Performers
- Brayden Martin (#1) – Team leader in points (19.3), assists (7.3), and steals (2.5) per game, making him the engine of Coventry’s offense.
- Tyler Broady (#23) – A force in the paint, leading the team with 10.3 rebounds and 3.1 blocks per game.
South Kingstown’s Top Performers
- James Wilson (#13) – The leading scorer with 21.6 points per game, making him one of the top offensive threats in the league.
- Griffin Sward (#4) – Top rebounder with 5.3 boards per game.
- Jordan Chaloux (#1) – A well-rounded player, leading in assists (3.6) and steals (2.4) per game.
- Evander Perez (#12) – Provides rim protection with 1.2 blocks per game.
Head-to-Head & Common Opponents
While Coventry and South Kingstown haven’t faced each other this season, their performances against common opponents provide some insight:
- Coventry vs. Common Opponents: 6-5
- South Kingstown vs. Common Opponents: 11-3
South Kingstown has been dominant against shared opponents, while Coventry has had a mixed record. Notable games include:
- Both teams defeated Westerly, but South Kingstown won by a wider margin (70-63 and 67-58) compared to Coventry (63-44).
- Both teams lost to Rogers, but Coventry fell 51-49 while South Kingstown lost 49-46, indicating close competition.
- South Kingstown dominated Burrillville 78-56, while Coventry lost to them 62-33.
What to Expect Moving Forward
- South Kingstown’s superior scoring ability and league record suggest they could be a serious playoff threat.
- Coventry’s defense and rebounding will be key if they want to make a deep run.
- If these teams face off, it will likely come down to whether Coventry can slow down South Kingstown’s high-powered offense.
With both teams eyeing strong finishes, Rhode Island basketball fans should be in for an exciting conclusion to the season!
