The Summit Christian Academy (Princeton, WV) varsity basketball team will face off against Linsly (Wheeling, WV) in a neutral tournament game on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 6:15 p.m. The game is part of the New River Invitational.

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What: Prep Schools High School Basketball
Who: Summit Christian Academy vs Linsly
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 6:15. p.m. ET
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High School Basketball Team Comparison: Linsly vs. Summit Christian Academy

The 2024-2025 high school basketball season has seen some exciting matchups, and two teams that have been performing impressively are Linsly and Summit Christian Academy from West Virginia. While both teams have had different results, their styles of play and statistics paint a fascinating picture. Let’s take a closer look at their records, performances, and key players.

Linsly (3-5 overall record)

Linsly’s basketball team has faced a challenging start to their season with a 3-5 record overall. Their performance at home, however, has been strong, posting a 2-0 record. On the road, Linsly has struggled, registering just a 1-1 record, while their performance in neutral-site games has been tough, losing all four of their games away from home. Despite the mixed results, Linsly’s scoring average of 59.3 points per game shows they can compete offensively, with consistent scoring across all four quarters (18.5 in Q1, 14.5 in Q2, 15.0 in Q3, and 14.5 in Q4).

Key Players:

• MJ Patton is the standout player for Linsly, averaging 20.7 points per game and also leading in assists with 6.4 per game. He contributes heavily on the defensive end too, with 3 steals per game.
• Chance Watkins leads the team in rebounds, pulling down 8.4 per game, a vital contribution for the team’s success.

Summit Christian Academy (11-1 overall record)

In contrast, Summit Christian Academy has been on a tear, posting a remarkable 11-1 record. Their regional record is perfect (3-0), and they have been dominant at home, with a 5-0 record. On the road, they have an impressive 3-1 record, and their neutral-site record is a perfect 3-0, showing their versatility and strength in various settings. Summit Christian Academy has averaged 65.6 points per game, outpacing Linsly with their balanced attack. Their scoring is consistent throughout the game, with slight improvements in the third quarter (17.9 points) and a steady finish in the fourth (16.3 points).

Key Players:

• MJ Patton (not to be confused with Linsly’s MJ Patton) has been the top scorer for Summit Christian Academy, putting up an average of 20.7 points per game, matching Linsly’s star player. He also contributes with 6.4 assists and 3 steals per game.
• Chance Watkins leads in rebounds with 8.4 per game.

Team Stat Comparison

When comparing the overall statistics of both teams, Summit Christian Academy outshines Linsly in several key areas:

• Points per game: Summit Christian Academy averages 65.6 points per game, while Linsly is at 59.3.
• Assists per game: Summit Christian Academy dishes out 16.3 assists, a notable difference compared to Linsly’s 14.5.
• Steals per game: Summit Christian Academy averages 9.1 steals, while Linsly is at 5.2, showing their aggressive defensive play.
• Blocks per game: Linsly’s defense is led by Kyler Carpenter, who averages 1.0 blocks per game, compared to Summit Christian Academy’s 0.3.

Common Opponents

Looking at common opponents, Summit Christian Academy faced Princeton on December 21, 2024, and lost a tight game 47-40. Meanwhile, Linsly will take on Princeton on January 11, 2025. The results from these games will give us a clearer idea of how these two teams stack up against shared competition.

Record Breakdown: Linsly vs. Summit Christian Academy

• Overall Record: Linsly stands at 3-5, while Summit Christian Academy is dominating with an 11-1 record.
• Home vs. Away: Linsly is undefeated at home (2-0) but struggles on the road (1-1) and in neutral settings (0-4). Summit Christian Academy excels both at home (5-0) and away (3-1), with a perfect neutral-site record (3-0).
• In-State vs. Out-of-State: Linsly has a 9-1 record in-state, but Summit Christian Academy has been just as dominant with a 9-1 record in-state and a 2-0 record in out-of-state matchups.

Conclusion

Both Linsly and Summit Christian Academy have shown they are capable teams, but Summit Christian Academy’s impressive 11-1 record, strong home performances, and high scoring output make them the stronger of the two teams so far in the season. Linsly will need to improve their play on the road and in neutral-site games to become more competitive in the long run. However, with talented players like MJ Patton and Chance Watkins, they remain a team to watch as the season progresses.

As the teams continue their campaigns, their upcoming head-to-head matchups and common opponents will provide further insights into how each team fares in the competitive landscape of West Virginia high school basketball.