The St. John’s varsity basketball team (Delphos, OH) will host Marion Local (Maria Stein, OH) for a home conference game on Friday, January 17, 2025, at 6:00 PM.

Game Details:

• Teams: Marion Local vs. St. John’s
• Date: Friday, January 17, 2025
• Time: 6:00 PM
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• Location: St. John’s High School, Delphos, OH

Clash of the Titans: A Breakdown of Marion Local and St. John’s 2024-2025 Seasons

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season progresses, two Ohio teams have distinguished themselves with impeccable records and dominant performances. Marion Local and St. John’s have both set the stage for an exciting conclusion to their seasons, boasting undefeated records and dominating their respective divisions. Let’s break down the numbers and what makes these teams a force to be reckoned with.

Season Overview

Marion Local Flyers

• Record: 11-0 overall, 5-0 in conference play
• Performance at Home: 5-0
• Performance Away: 6-0
• Win Percentage: 1.000 (100%)
• Points For/Points Against: 643 PF / 434 PA

St. John’s Blue Jays

• Record: 12-0 overall, 3-0 in conference play
• Performance at Home: 6-0
• Performance Away: 6-0
• Win Percentage: 1.000 (100%)
• Points For/Points Against: 872 PF / 574 PA

Both teams are undefeated and boast identical home and away records, making their eventual clash highly anticipated.

Scoring Trends

Marion Local: Balanced and Efficient

• Quarterly Scoring Averages:
  • Q1: 11.8
  • Q2: 13.4
  • Q3: 13.4
  • Q4: 16.8
  • Final Average: 58.5 PPG

St. John’s: Explosive Starts

• Quarterly Scoring Averages:
  • Q1: 20.2
  • Q2: 17.8
  • Q3: 18.2
  • Q4: 16.4
  • Final Average: 72.7 PPG

While Marion Local showcases consistent scoring, St. John’s often takes control early with high first-quarter outputs. This difference in tempo could prove pivotal in a potential matchup.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced several overlapping opponents, with Marion Local going 6-0 and St. John’s 4-0 in these games. Notable results include:

• Parkway: Marion Local won 44-23; St. John’s secured a commanding 78-46 victory.
• Van Wert: Marion Local won 51-37; St. John’s edged a closer contest, 74-73.

These results highlight Marion Local’s defensive prowess and St. John’s offensive firepower.

Team Strengths

Marion Local

• Defense: Allowing just 39.5 points per game, their ability to stifle opponents has been a cornerstone of their success.
• Consistency: Scoring evenly across all quarters ensures they maintain pressure throughout the game.

St. John’s

• Offense: With 72.7 points per game, St. John’s boasts the highest-scoring offense, capable of overwhelming opponents.
• Depth: Their ability to sustain high scoring across the board suggests a well-rounded and versatile lineup.

Potential Showdown

With both teams posting perfect records and excelling in different aspects of the game, a matchup between Marion Local and St. John’s would be a battle of defense versus offense. Marion Local’s methodical approach could slow down St. John’s high-octane scoring, while St. John’s explosiveness might test Marion Local’s defensive resilience.

Conclusion

The 2024-2025 basketball season has seen Marion Local and St. John’s dominate their respective fields. Whether it’s Marion Local’s unyielding defense or St. John’s relentless offense, both teams exemplify excellence. A future matchup between these undefeated squads could very well define the season and leave fans with a game to remember.