The Southeastern Prep Academy (Orlando, FL) varsity basketball team will host The Rock (Gainesville, FL) for a home conference game on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at 7:00 PM.

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What: Prep Schools High School Basketball
Who: Southeastern Prep Academy vs The Rock
When: Thursday, December 19, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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Basketball Team Comparison: The Rock vs. Southeastern Prep Academy

As the basketball season for 2024-2025 unfolds, two teams stand out for their performances in different ways—The Rock and Southeastern Prep Academy. While The Rock shows strong dominance in their district, Southeastern Prep Academy faces a more challenging season. Here’s a closer look at their records, statistics, and head-to-head comparison.

The Rock (24-25) Overview

The Rock has had a successful season so far, with an overall record of 6-3, dominating both at home and in district play with an undefeated 4-0 record in district games. They’ve managed to put up impressive numbers in both offensive and defensive categories, averaging 67.1 points per game, significantly outscoring their opponents with a margin of 604 points scored vs. 567 points allowed.

Key Player Performance

• Zaire Colbert leads The Rock in scoring, averaging 14.7 points per game. He’s also contributing significantly in assists (2.3 per game) and steals (1.8 per game).
• Hendrix Loughridge has been a key contributor in the paint, leading the team in rebounds with 7.3 per game, and also providing defensive support with 1.3 blocks per game.

Southeastern Prep Academy (24-25) Overview

On the other side, Southeastern Prep Academy has had a tough season, sitting at 1-7 overall with a dismal 0-4 record in district play. Their struggles are apparent in both their offensive and defensive stats, scoring an average of just 71.0 points per game while allowing 629 points in total.

Struggles and Areas for Improvement

• Southeastern Prep Academy’s key players have not been able to put up consistent performances. They haven’t seen the same level of scoring or rebounding dominance, with no standout leader comparable to The Rock’s Colbert or Loughridge.

Team Statistics Comparison

When comparing key team stats, The Rock holds a clear advantage:

• Points Per Game: The Rock averages 56.7 points, while Southeastern Prep Academy has posted a higher 71.0 points per game, despite their overall struggles.
• Rebounds Per Game: Southeastern Prep Academy has a rebounding edge with 23.1 rebounds per game compared to The Rock’s 8.4.
• Defensive Stats: The Rock has a significant edge in steals (8.1 per game) and blocks (3.0 per game), highlighting their defensive strength.

Head-to-Head

When these two teams met, The Rock came out on top in their only meeting so far this season, defeating Bilingual Christian Academy & Tech with a tight 65-63 win. In contrast, Southeastern Prep Academy faced multiple defeats in their encounters with common opponents such as Southland Christian and Downey Christian. These results show that while The Rock has managed to hold their own against tougher competition, Southeastern Prep Academy has struggled to keep pace.

Record Breakdown

• The Rock: With a 6-3 overall record, their consistency at home (4-0) and within their district (4-0) reflects their strong performance. Their road record is balanced at 2-3.
• Southeastern Prep Academy: Struggling with a 1-7 record, Southeastern Prep Academy has had little success at home (0-1) or on the road (0-4). Their lone win came from a neutral site game.

Common Opponents

• Bilingual Christian Academy & Tech: The Rock defeated them, while Southeastern Prep Academy lost.
• Southland Christian: The Rock will face them again in February, while Southeastern Prep Academy has already been defeated by them twice.
• Downey Christian: The Rock and Southeastern Prep Academy will both meet this team later in the season, with Southeastern already falling to them in early November.

Conclusion

The Rock is firmly positioned as a competitive force in their district, maintaining a strong record and excelling on both ends of the court. Southeastern Prep Academy, on the other hand, has had a more difficult season, struggling to find consistent play and facing challenges against common opponents. If Southeastern Prep Academy hopes to turn their season around, they’ll need to find a way to improve their defense and consistency in scoring. For now, The Rock remains a team to watch as they continue to build on their solid season.