As the 2024-2025 West Virginia high school basketball season gains momentum, two teams have stood out in the standings: Teays Valley Christian and Logan High School. Both programs have shown impressive early-season performances, with Teays Valley Christian boasting a strong overall record and Logan emerging undefeated thus far. Here’s an in-depth look at their seasons, statistics, and what fans can expect moving forward.

Teays Valley Christian’s Strong Start

Teays Valley Christian is currently performing at an impressive .750 win rate with a 6-2 record, split between their league and non-league games. With a perfect 1-0 record in away games, the team has demonstrated their ability to compete on the road. The Eagles have been dominant offensively, averaging 80.8 points per game across all four quarters, with their highest scoring quarter coming in the fourth, where they average 20.3 points. The balanced offense is a result of consistent scoring throughout the game, with a solid 17.7 points in the first quarter, gradually increasing to 18.3 points in the third quarter.

Teays Valley Christian’s standout player is Eli Pendleton, who leads the team with 16.2 points per game, contributing significantly to the team’s scoring success. The team’s defensive effort has also been commendable, allowing only 347 points in total across eight games, which translates to an average of 43.4 points per game allowed. This defensive stability has helped the Eagles remain competitive in every contest.

Logan’s Undefeated Record

Logan has had an equally successful start to the season, remaining undefeated with a perfect 2-0 record. Their efficiency has been evident in both their home and neutral games, posting a flawless 1-0 record in each setting. Logan has scored an average of 73.0 points per game, with impressive contributions from various players, though their individual stats have yet to fully emerge.

While specific player statistics have not been detailed, the team’s consistency on both ends of the court is a key to their success. Their offensive average is strong, although it lags behind Teays Valley Christian’s high-powered scoring attack. The team’s ability to maintain this level of performance will be crucial as they enter a more challenging stretch in their schedule.

Statistical Comparison: Teays Valley Christian vs. Logan

While Teays Valley Christian leads in several key statistical categories, including points per game (54.6), rebounds (5.6 per game), and steals (2.0 per game), Logan has managed to maintain an undefeated record despite not yet having detailed individual statistics.

Teays Valley Christian’s Statistical Leaders:

• Eli Pendleton: 16.2 points per game
• Owen Jones: 1.6 rebounds per game
• Jayden Castillo: 0.6 steals per game

Both teams have yet to face each other this season, with their next matchups set for January 13, 2025 (Teays Valley Christian vs. Buffalo) and January 17, 2025 (Logan vs. Buffalo). Their head-to-head showdown will be highly anticipated, as both teams are expected to remain at the top of their respective leagues.

Looking Ahead: Common Opponents and Schedule

Teays Valley Christian and Logan will both face Buffalo in their upcoming games. The results of these matchups could offer some insight into how the teams might perform against each other when their own game occurs later in the season. With Teays Valley Christian holding a slight edge in overall performance, the competition between these two teams promises to be exciting and full of potential.

In terms of their season breakdown, both teams have fared well in state play, with Teays Valley Christian posting a 6-2 in-state record and Logan holding a 2-0 mark. Both teams will need to maintain their momentum to keep their playoff hopes alive, especially as they continue to face competitive opposition in their respective leagues.

Conclusion

The 2024-2025 season is shaping up to be an exciting year for West Virginia high school basketball. Teays Valley Christian has been one of the most impressive teams so far, thanks to their strong scoring and defensive consistency, while Logan is riding high on their undefeated start. Fans are eager to see how these two teams, both currently at the top of their games, will stack up against each other as the season progresses. With their strong rosters and upcoming matchups, expect thrilling basketball action from both schools in the weeks to come.