The St. Anne’s-Belfield (Charlottesville, VA) varsity basketball team is set to play a neutral tournament game against Greenfield (Wilson, NC) today at 6:30 PM.

Game Details:

• Teams: Greenfield vs. St. Anne’s-Belfield (SABHS)
• Date & Time: Thursday, December 26, 2024, at 6:30 PM
• Location: The John Wall Tournament, Raleigh, NC
• Live stream: Watch Here
• Tournament Info: This matchup is part of the “John Wall Holiday Invitational – Day’Ron Sharpe Bracket.”

Greenfield vs. St. Anne’s-Belfield: A Statistical Analysis of the 2024-2025 Season

As the 2024-2025 basketball season unfolds, Greenfield and St. Anne’s-Belfield emerge as competitive teams within their respective regions. A closer look at their rankings, records, and statistical performances highlights their strengths and areas for improvement as they move forward in the season.

Rankings and Records

Greenfield holds a strong overall record of 11-5, ranking 17th in the NC class and 2nd in their conference. Their performance at home has been particularly impressive, with a 9-2 record and an undefeated 1-0 record in conference play. Their overall win percentage stands at a solid .688, and they’ve outscored opponents with 1,114 points scored (PF) versus 948 points allowed (PA).

In contrast, St. Anne’s-Belfield, hailing from Virginia’s Division 15, has an overall record of 4-4 and a region rank of 6th. Despite a .500 win percentage, they have shown resilience in regional play, maintaining an undefeated 1-0 record. Their scoring margin is narrower, with 490 PF and 464 PA.

Scoring Averages

Greenfield demonstrates offensive consistency, averaging 69.6 points per game. Their scoring is well-distributed across quarters, with particularly strong performances in the first quarter (20.3 points) and consistent outputs in the second (17.0) and third (17.0) quarters.

St. Anne’s-Belfield averages 61.3 points per game, showing a peak in the third quarter with 18.5 points. However, their scoring drops significantly in the fourth quarter, averaging just 10.0 points, which could be a crucial area to address moving forward.

Team Stat Comparison

Greenfield excels in key statistical categories:

• Points Per Game: 69.6
• Rebounds Per Game: 26.4
• Assists Per Game: 12.0
• Steals Per Game: 7.0
• Blocks Per Game: 2.9

St. Anne’s-Belfield, while trailing in these areas, showcases competitive numbers, especially in points and rebounds per game:

• Points Per Game: 61.3
• Rebounds Per Game: 26.4
• Assists Per Game: 12.0
• Steals Per Game: 7.0
• Blocks Per Game: 2.9

Team Leaders

Greenfield’s top performers have been crucial to their success:

• Points Per Game: Chance Mallory leads with an impressive 23.4.
• Rebounds Per Game: Austin Williford dominates with 7.4 rebounds.
• Assists Per Game: Danzelle Bullock Coles contributes 3.6 assists.
• Steals Per Game: Williford adds 2.5 steals.
• Blocks Per Game: Williford again leads with 1.1 blocks.

For St. Anne’s-Belfield, Williford has also been instrumental, showcasing versatility across key metrics, although their averages are slightly below national benchmarks.

Record Breakdown

Greenfield’s 11-5 overall record includes a strong 9-5 performance in non-league games. They’ve been dominant at home (9-2) but are yet to play away games. On neutral grounds, they hold a 2-3 record.

St. Anne’s-Belfield, with their 4-4 record, shows a mixed performance. They have a 1-2 home record, a balanced 1-1 away record, and a solid 2-1 record in neutral games. Their non-league record of 3-4 indicates room for improvement in out-of-conference matchups.

Key Takeaways

• Greenfield’s Strengths: Strong offensive output, consistent scoring across quarters, and standout performances from their top players have propelled their success.
• St. Anne’s-Belfield’s Areas for Growth: Addressing fourth-quarter scoring struggles and improving consistency in away and non-league games will be vital for their progress.

As the season progresses, both teams have the potential to build on their strengths and address their weaknesses. Greenfield’s dominance at home and offensive efficiency will be key factors in their push for postseason success. Meanwhile, St. Anne’s-Belfield will aim to leverage their regional strengths and improve their overall consistency to climb the rankings in Virginia’s Division 15.