The Flint Hill varsity basketball team (Oakton, VA) will play a neutral conference game against St. Albans (Washington, DC) today at 1:30 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Virginia High School Basketball
Who: St. Albans vs Flint Hill
When: Saturday, January 11, 2025
Time: 1:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: St. Albans vs Flint Hill

As the 2024-2025 Virginia high school basketball season progresses, two teams—St. Albans and Flint Hill—are making notable strides in their respective leagues. Both schools have showcased their talents through exciting matchups and are competing for higher standings. Let’s dive into the statistics, comparisons, and key insights into these two teams’ performance so far.

Team Overview

St. Albans (24-25)

• Record: 6-4
• Home: 3-1
• Away: 1-2
• Neutral: 2-1
• Win Percentage: .600
• Points Scored (PF): 708
• Points Allowed (PA): 634

Flint Hill (24-25)

• Record: 7-4
• Home: 3-1
• Away: 3-1
• Neutral: 2-1
• Win Percentage: .636
• Region Record: 3-1
• Points Scored (PF): 815
• Points Allowed (PA): 774

Both teams have displayed solid performances so far, with St. Albans earning a slightly lower win percentage than Flint Hill. However, St. Albans has been able to perform well at home, maintaining a strong record of 3-1 in front of their home crowd.

Scoring Averages

One of the most crucial aspects of any basketball game is the team’s offensive capability, and both St. Albans and Flint Hill have been putting up respectable numbers. Here’s a breakdown of their team scoring averages per quarter:

• St. Albans:
  • Q1: 18.2
  • Q2: 19.3
  • Q3: 18.6
  • Q4: 14.7
  • Final Average: 70.8
• Flint Hill:
  • Q1: 17.0
  • Q2: 23.5
  • Q3: 24.5
  • Q4: 17.0
  • Final Average: 74.1

Flint Hill leads with a higher final average of 74.1 points per game, compared to St. Albans’ 70.8. One noticeable trend is Flint Hill’s strong second and third quarters, where they outscore their opponents significantly. This late-game surge could be a key factor in their success this season.

Team Comparison

A deeper dive into team statistics reveals where each team excels:

• Points Per Game: St. Albans scores 70.8 per game, while Flint Hill scores slightly more at 74.1.
• Rebounds Per Game: Neither team has an overwhelmingly dominant rebounding force, but Flint Hill edges out St. Albans with a slight advantage in total rebounds.
• Assists, Steals, and Blocks: St. Albans leads in assists (16.1 per game) and steals (7.3 per game), showing their strong ball movement and defensive pressure. Meanwhile, Flint Hill’s defense stands out with 2.5 blocks per game.

Player Leadership

St. Albans:

• Jaylen Wills: A standout player for St. Albans, averaging an impressive 24.9 points per game. He’s the team’s scoring leader and also contributes 4.0 assists per game.
• Grant Polk: Polk is a solid contributor, pulling down 7.0 rebounds per game, while also providing 2 steals per contest.
• Ej Harrison: Contributes defensively with 1.2 blocks per game.

Flint Hill:

• Flint Hill’s lineup is equally strong, with consistent performances across the board. Although no individual player stands out in scoring as much as Wills, the team’s overall balance and depth make them formidable opponents.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced off against a number of common opponents this season. Some notable matchups include:

• St. Albans vs. Landon: St. Albans will face Landon on January 21st and February 7th, with a chance to rebound from a challenging series against them.
• Flint Hill vs. Bullis: Flint Hill defeated Bullis in a thrilling game (73-65), a significant victory for the team.
• Flint Hill vs. Sandy Spring Friends: Flint Hill triumphed over Sandy Spring Friends, winning 83-75, demonstrating their offensive potency.

Head-to-Head Record

St. Albans and Flint Hill have not yet faced each other this season, but their upcoming matchups could be crucial in determining their positions in the league standings.

Looking Ahead

As we head into the latter half of the season, both St. Albans and Flint Hill will look to build on their strengths and continue to improve their records. With their current performances, they’re both in contention for high playoff seedings, and their head-to-head matchup will be highly anticipated.

For fans and players alike, the 2024-2025 basketball season promises to bring thrilling action and intense competition. Whether it’s St. Albans’ strong individual performances or Flint Hill’s balanced team play, these schools are shaping up to be key contenders in Virginia high school basketball.