The Riverdale Baptist varsity basketball team (Upper Marlboro, MD) will host a non-conference game against St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (Alexandria, VA) on Saturday, February 1, at 2 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Virginia High School Basketball
Who: St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes vs Riverdale Baptist
When: Saturday, February 1, 2025
Time: 2:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes vs Riverdale Baptist
The Virginia high school basketball scene is heating up as teams approach the final stretch of the season. Two standout programs, St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes (SSSA) and Riverdale Baptist, have posted impressive records, showcasing their strengths on both ends of the court. Here’s a detailed breakdown of their performances so far in the 2024-2025 season.
Team Performance & Records
St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes has established itself as one of the top teams in the region, boasting an impressive 19-3 overall record. Their dominance at home is undeniable, securing a 9-0 record, while maintaining a strong presence in neutral-site games at 7-1. Their only slight vulnerability has been on the road, where they hold a 3-2 record. They have demonstrated a high level of efficiency, outscoring opponents with a total of 1,525 points for (PF) compared to 1,249 points against (PA).
Riverdale Baptist, on the other hand, has also enjoyed a successful season with a 14-8 overall record. While not as dominant as SSSA, they have proven to be a competitive squad, particularly at home with a 7-4 record. Riverdale Baptist has performed well in neutral games as well, going 5-1 in such matchups. They have accumulated 1,394 points for (PF) while allowing 1,258 points against (PA), highlighting their offensive and defensive consistency.
Statistical Comparisons
When comparing the two teams statistically, St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes holds the edge in several key areas:
- Points Per Game: SSSA averages 69.3 PPG, while Riverdale Baptist scores 64.7 PPG.
- Rebounds Per Game: SSSA secures 31.9 RPG, whereas Riverdale Baptist records 28.5 RPG.
- Assists Per Game: SSSA distributes the ball more effectively, averaging 13.3 APG compared to Riverdale Baptist’s 8.4 APG.
- Steals Per Game: Both teams are equal in defensive pressure, each averaging 8.0 SPG.
- Blocks Per Game: SSSA holds a slight edge with 2.9 BPG, compared to Riverdale Baptist’s 2.2 BPG.
Key Players to Watch
Each team has standout players leading their squads in various statistical categories:
- St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes:
- Riley Jacobs (#23): Leads in both points per game (19.3 PPG) and rebounds per game (10.6 RPG), while also contributing 1.4 blocks per game.
- Julian Burgdolf (#1): The team’s primary facilitator, averaging 3.1 assists per game.
- Devin Ainsworth (#11): Defensive anchor, leading the team with 1.8 steals per game.
- Riverdale Baptist:
- Cannon Greene (#1): Team’s leading scorer with 13.4 PPG and top rebounder with 6.2 RPG.
- Ean McLaughlin (#3): Solid two-way player, averaging 2.2 assists per game and leading in steals with 2.0 SPG.
- Myles Sims (#23): Leading shot-blocker, averaging 1.2 BPG.
Head-to-Head & Common Opponents
Although the two teams have yet to face each other directly, they have played common opponents, providing insight into how they might match up:
- Both teams played Highland, with SSSA losing 69-52, while Riverdale Baptist also fell short 60-45.
- Against Fairfax Christian, SSSA secured a 85-77 win, while Riverdale Baptist split their matchups, losing 70-64 but later winning 62-57.
Looking Ahead
Both St. Stephen’s & St. Agnes and Riverdale Baptist have demonstrated strong performances throughout the season, and their potential matchup in playoffs or invitational tournaments could be a thrilling contest. With SSSA’s superior scoring ability and rebounding paired against Riverdale Baptist’s defensive consistency and resilience, basketball fans can expect an exciting battle if these two teams cross paths.
For now, all eyes will remain on these standout teams as they continue their quest for dominance in high school basketball.
