The Sunrise Mountain (Peoria, AZ) varsity basketball team will host Mountain Ridge (Glendale, AZ) for a non-conference game on Monday, December 16 at 7:00 PM.

Sunrise Mountain vs Mountain Ridge Girls Basketball Game Info:

What: Arizona High School Girls Basketball
Who: Sunrise Mountain vs Mountain Ridge
When: Monday, December 16, 2024
Time: 7 PM
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Game preview: Sunrise Mountain vs Mountain Ridge

As the 2024-2025 season progresses, the competition between Mountain Ridge and Sunrise Mountain continues to captivate fans and analysts alike. Both teams have had notable moments throughout the season, and this article breaks down the comparison of the two teams’ rankings, records, and statistical leaders.

Team Records and Rankings

Mountain Ridge enters the season with a 3-7 overall record, struggling to find consistency. Their home record is an even 1-1, but they’ve faced challenges on the road, where they’ve posted a 1-3 record. When playing on neutral ground, their performance has been just as difficult, with another 1-3 record. The team has struggled to find their rhythm, scoring an average of 37.3 points per game. Their defense has also been a weak point, allowing 542 points across the season, which has contributed to their 0.300 win percentage.

In contrast, Sunrise Mountain has enjoyed a dominant season with a 7-1 overall record. The team has been nearly unstoppable at home, posting a perfect 2-0 record, and has continued their success away with a 3-0 mark. Even in neutral-site games, Sunrise Mountain has a 2-1 record. Their offense has been prolific, averaging 49.9 points per game, while their defense has been solid, allowing only 274 points. With a win percentage of .875, Sunrise Mountain has been one of the top contenders in their division.

Scoring Averages

When it comes to scoring, Sunrise Mountain outpaces Mountain Ridge in nearly every quarter of play. Mountain Ridge averages 5.0 points in the first quarter, 6.0 in the second, and picks up steam in the third quarter with 9.0 points, finishing with an average of 37.3 points per game. Meanwhile, Sunrise Mountain maintains a more consistent scoring attack, averaging 12.5 points in the first quarter, 12.8 in the second, 10.0 in the third, and 10.8 in the fourth, bringing their total to 49.9 points per game.

Team Statistical Comparison

Both teams share some similarities in their statistical profiles, but Sunrise Mountain has a slight edge in several key areas:

• Points Per Game: Sunrise Mountain leads with 39.4 points per game, compared to Mountain Ridge’s 36.2.
• Rebounds: Both teams are fairly close in rebounding, with Mountain Ridge averaging 25.6 rebounds per game, while Sunrise Mountain averages 26.0.
• Assists: Sunrise Mountain has a more dynamic passing game, averaging 9.4 assists per game, well ahead of Mountain Ridge’s 5.6.
• Steals: Mountain Ridge gets a higher number of steals, averaging 8.4 per game, compared to Sunrise Mountain’s 6.0.
• Blocks: Mountain Ridge also leads in blocks with 3.0 per game, while Sunrise Mountain averages 2.1.

Key Players to Watch

• Mountain Ridge:
  • Kaliyahna Baldwin is the standout for Mountain Ridge, leading the team in points (11.4 per game), steals (3.4 per game), and blocks (1.4 per game).
  • Azul Mondragon Lopez is a key rebounder for Mountain Ridge, averaging 5.0 per game.
• Sunrise Mountain:
  • Addison Wiemann is the star for Sunrise Mountain, leading the team in points (16.8), rebounds (10.0), assists (2.8), and steals (1.7). Her all-around game makes her one of the top performers in the division.
  • Savanna Dotray also contributes with 1.7 steals per game, helping Sunrise Mountain with its defensive efforts.

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

Both teams share some common opponents this season, with Sunrise Mountain emerging victorious in their matchup against Liberty, winning 51-31 on December 13. Mountain Ridge will face Liberty on January 17, and it remains to be seen whether they can turn the tide against this opponent.

In terms of overall head-to-head matchups, the teams are currently even, with no direct encounters yet this season. However, Sunrise Mountain has the upper hand in common opponent records, holding a 1-0 record compared to Mountain Ridge’s 0-0.

Record Breakdown

• Mountain Ridge:
  • Overall: 3-7
  • League: 0-0
  • Non-League: 2-4
  • Playoff: 0-0
  • In-State: 3-7
  • Out-of-State: 0-0
• Sunrise Mountain:
  • Overall: 7-1
  • League: 0-0
  • Non-League: 4-0
  • Playoff: 0-0
  • In-State: 7-1
  • Out-of-State: 0-0

Conclusion

The matchup between Mountain Ridge and Sunrise Mountain has shown a clear difference in team performance this season. Sunrise Mountain has been on a roll, with an impressive overall record and scoring ability. Meanwhile, Mountain Ridge has faced a tough season, struggling to maintain consistency and improve their defense. As the season progresses, fans will be watching closely to see if Mountain Ridge can turn things around, while Sunrise Mountain looks to continue its dominant form.