The St. John (KS) varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference game against Kiowa County (Greensburg, KS) today at 7 p.m.

St. John vs Kiowa County Game Info:

What: Iowa High School Basketball
Who: St. John (IA) vs Kiowa County (IA)
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: St. John vs Kiowa County

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season continues, the teams from Kiowa County and St. John are displaying promising performances, with both squads showing their strengths on the court. Let’s take a closer look at the statistics, rankings, and head-to-head performance of these two teams.

Kiowa County Basketball Team (24-25 Season)

• Overall Record: 4-1
• District Record: 0-1
• Home Record: 4-1
• Away Record: 0-0
• Winning Percentage: 80%
• District Winning Percentage: 0%
• Points Scored (PF): 332
• Points Allowed (PA): 245

Kiowa County has had an impressive season so far, with a strong 4-1 record. Their offense has been potent, averaging 66.4 points per game, significantly outscoring their opponents. The team’s leading scorer, Emmett Delp, is averaging an impressive 18.5 points per game, contributing heavily to the team’s offensive success.

Kiowa County’s lone district loss came against a tough opponent, but they have managed to maintain a dominant record in their non-district games, including a recent victory over Ellinwood (64-53). The team’s overall balance, with both strong offense and solid defense, makes them a tough contender in their league and beyond.

St. John Basketball Team (24-25 Season)

• Overall Record: 3-2
• Home Record: 1-1
• Away Record: 2-1
• Winning Percentage: 60%
• Points Scored (PF): 250
• Points Allowed (PA): 229

St. John has had a solid season with a 3-2 overall record. The team has shown resilience, especially in away games, where they boast a 2-1 record. While their scoring average stands at 50 points per game, they have relied on a more balanced team approach rather than standout individual performances. Their most notable win came against Bucklin (64-39) in early December, showcasing their defensive strength.

St. John’s scoring breakdown reveals a high-scoring first quarter average of 29.3 points per game but slows down in the latter stages of the game. They will need to work on maintaining their offensive output throughout all four quarters to continue to compete at a high level.

Head-to-Head: Kiowa County vs. St. John

When comparing the two teams, Kiowa County leads in overall performance. The teams have faced common opponents, including Ellinwood, where Kiowa County emerged victorious 64-53, and Bucklin, which both teams defeated (St. John with a 64-39 win).

• Kiowa County:
  • Record against Common Opponents: 1-0
  • Results: Defeated Ellinwood 64-53
• St. John:
  • Record against Common Opponents: 1-0
  • Results: Defeated Bucklin 64-39

This season, both teams are proving themselves capable of strong performances against their common opponents, with each posting a win. However, Kiowa County’s stronger overall scoring average and undefeated home record give them an edge in this matchup.

Statistical Comparison

• Kiowa County Points Per Game: 66.4
• St. John Points Per Game: 50.0

Kiowa County has been significantly more explosive offensively, averaging over 16 more points per game than St. John. This offensive production could be the deciding factor in future matchups between the two teams, as St. John will need to find ways to increase their scoring consistency to keep up.

Looking Ahead

As the season progresses, both teams have the potential to continue improving. Kiowa County’s offensive firepower and strong home record make them a team to watch. St. John, while a bit more balanced, will need to focus on maintaining momentum throughout the entire game to match up against tougher opponents.

With both teams competing in their respective districts and non-district games, the rivalry between Kiowa County and St. John will surely remain one to watch in the coming weeks. As they continue to face off against other teams and each other, the performances of key players, like Emmett Delp for Kiowa County, will likely play a crucial role in determining how far these teams can go this season.

The next opportunity to see these teams in action will be on January 7, 2025, when Kiowa County faces Bucklin, and January 14, 2025, when St. John takes on Ellinwood. Keep an eye on these matchups for more excitement and drama in the 2024-2025 high school basketball season!