The Southridge (Beaverton, OR) varsity basketball team is set to play a neutral-site tournament game against La Lumiere (La Porte, IN) today at 8:30 p.m.

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What: Prep Schools High School Basketball
Who: Southridge vs La Lumiere
When: Saturday, December 28, 2024,
Time: 8:30. p.m. ET
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La Lumiere vs. Southridge: A Comparative Analysis of Their 2024-2025 Season Performance

The 2024-2025 high school basketball season has featured some impressive performances from teams across the country, with La Lumiere and Southridge emerging as two of the standout programs. Let’s take a closer look at their respective records, team scoring averages, and performance breakdowns to understand their strengths and areas of improvement.

La Lumiere’s Season Overview (24-25)

La Lumiere has had a solid season with a 9-4 overall record, securing a winning percentage of .692. In league play, they are 2-1, which indicates they are competitive within their conference. The team has demonstrated a strong home court presence, going 5-0 in home games. However, their performance in neutral-site games has been more mixed, with a 4-4 record, highlighting a need for improvement in unfamiliar environments.

• Record Breakdown:
  • Overall Record: 9-4
  • Conference Record: 2-1
  • Home: 5-0
  • Away: 0-0
  • Neutral: 4-4
  • Win Percentage: .692

Southridge’s Season Overview (24-25)

Southridge, with a smaller sample size of 8 games, has been dominant, posting a 7-1 overall record for an impressive win percentage of .875. Their conference performance is strong, as they remain undefeated in league play (2-0), and their non-league schedule has also been fruitful with a 5-1 mark. Southridge’s ability to perform across different settings, especially on neutral courts (4-1), demonstrates their adaptability and strength in varied conditions.

• Record Breakdown:
  • Overall Record: 7-1
  • Conference Record: 2-0
  • Home: 2-0
  • Away: 1-0
  • Neutral: 4-1
  • Win Percentage: .875

Team Scoring Averages: Offensive Strengths

When comparing team scoring averages, Southridge boasts a higher overall scoring average at 75.0 points per game, compared to La Lumiere’s 69.1 points per game. However, La Lumiere has a more balanced scoring distribution throughout the game, averaging 19.5 points in the first quarter, 13.3 in the second, 17.0 in the third, and 13.5 in the fourth. This shows that La Lumiere maintains a consistent offensive output over the course of the game.

Southridge, on the other hand, has a more explosive second half, with a significant 21.0-point average in the third quarter, which suggests that they come out strong after halftime. Their offensive production in the first and second quarters (12.0 and 7.0 points, respectively) might be a concern, as they can start games slowly but manage to recover and dominate in the later stages.

• La Lumiere Team Scoring:
  • Q1: 19.5
  • Q2: 13.3
  • Q3: 17.0
  • Q4: 13.5
  • Final: 69.1
• Southridge Team Scoring:
  • Q1: 12.0
  • Q2: 7.0
  • Q3: 21.0
  • Q4: 12.0
  • Final: 75.0

Head-to-Head & Record Breakdown

In terms of head-to-head competition, both teams have yet to face each other in the current season, so their matchup remains an exciting prospect. Looking at their performance against common opponents, La Lumiere has the edge, with a 5-1 record in non-league games, whereas Southridge holds a 3-0 mark in similar contests. Both teams have shown dominance in-state, with La Lumiere holding a 5-0 record in-state and Southridge being equally successful with a 5-0 mark.

• Record Breakdown by Situation:
  • La Lumiere:
    • Home: 5-0
    • Away: 0-0
    • Neutral: 4-4
    • Out-of-State: 6-4
    • In-State: 5-0
  • Southridge:
    • Home: 2-0
    • Away: 1-0
    • Neutral: 4-1
    • Out-of-State: 6-4
    • In-State: 5-0

Conclusion

Both La Lumiere and Southridge are highly competitive teams, with their own strengths. La Lumiere shows consistency, particularly on home courts, while Southridge has demonstrated remarkable adaptability and an ability to win in various settings. With both teams excelling in different areas—La Lumiere in overall balance and Southridge in second-half dominance—it will be interesting to see how their matchup plays out. Regardless of the result, these teams are poised for success in the remainder of the season.