The varsity basketball team of The Ambassador Christian School (Huntersville, NC) will face Morrow (GA) in a neutral, non-conference game today at 2 PM.
Here’s what you need Basketball to know:
What: North Carolina High School Basketball
Who: The Ambassador Christian School vs Morrow
When: Saturday, January 18, 2025
Time: 2:00. p.m. ET
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Analyzing the Season Performance of Morrow and Ambassador Christian School in 2024-2025
The 2024-2025 basketball season showcased stark contrasts in performance between Morrow High School and Ambassador Christian School. Here, we break down their rankings, records, and statistical achievements, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each team.
Team Rankings and Records
Morrow High School (GA)
- Overall Record: 6-11
- Region Record: 4-5
- Home Record: 2-7
- Away Record: 3-2
- Neutral Record: 1-2
- Winning Percentage: 35.3%
- Region Winning Percentage: 44.4%
- Points For (PF): 1,003
- Points Against (PA): 1,076
Morrow faced challenges maintaining consistency, especially at home, where they had a disappointing 2-7 record. Their .353 overall winning percentage reflects struggles on both ends of the court, as seen in their negative point differential (-73).
Ambassador Christian School (NC)
- Overall Record: 10-4
- Home Record: 5-0
- Away Record: 1-1
- Neutral Record: 4-3
- Winning Percentage: 71.4%
- Points For (PF): 906
- Points Against (PA): 758
Ambassador Christian dominated at home, going undefeated (5-0) and showcasing a strong overall performance. Their impressive .714 winning percentage highlights their offensive prowess and defensive discipline.
Team Scoring Averages
Morrow averaged 59.0 points per game, while Ambassador Christian significantly outperformed with 64.7 points per game. Breaking it down by quarters:
- Morrow had its highest scoring in the third quarter (15.2 points) but struggled to maintain momentum in overtime (6.0 points).
- Ambassador Christian showed balanced scoring, particularly excelling in the first two quarters, averaging 17.3 and 17.7 points, respectively.
Statistical Comparison
| Category | Morrow | Ambassador Christian |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | 31.6 | 63.9 |
| Rebounds Per Game | 1.4 | 30.2 |
| Assists Per Game | 1.1 | 12.9 |
| Steals Per Game | 0.4 | 7.6 |
| Blocks Per Game | 0.2 | 6.3 |
Ambassador Christian School dominated statistically, particularly in rebounds (30.2 per game) and assists (12.9 per game). Morrow lagged significantly in these areas, highlighting the disparity in team dynamics and execution.
Team Leaders
Morrow
- Points Per Game: Andre Jernigan (#2) – 16.1
- Rebounds Per Game: Dayton Harris (#4) – 0.8
- Assists Per Game: Andre Jernigan (#2) – 0.9
- Steals Per Game: Andre Jernigan (#2) – 0.3
- Blocks Per Game: O’Neil Bruce (#0) – 0.2
Ambassador Christian School
- Points Per Game: JD Bowden (#1) – 16.3
- Rebounds Per Game: Dylan Deluca (#11) – 5.2
- Assists Per Game: JD Bowden (#1) – 3.7
- Steals Per Game: JD Bowden (#1) – 1.8
- Blocks Per Game: Jeremiah Franklin (#21) – 1.6
Ambassador Christian’s well-rounded leadership—particularly from JD Bowden and Dylan Deluca—proved pivotal. In contrast, Morrow heavily relied on Andre Jernigan, underscoring their lack of depth.
Record Breakdown
| Category | Morrow (6-11) | Ambassador Christian (10-4) |
|---|---|---|
| League | 4-5 | 0-0 |
| Non-League | 1-6 | 10-4 |
| Home | 2-7 | 5-0 |
| Away | 3-2 | 1-1 |
| Neutral | 1-2 | 4-3 |
| In-State | 6-11 | 8-3 |
| Out-of-State | 0-0 | 2-1 |
Conclusion
Morrow struggled to find rhythm throughout the season, with challenges across scoring, defense, and overall execution. In contrast, Ambassador Christian School emerged as a balanced and disciplined team, excelling in multiple facets of the game. Their superior record and statistics reflect their dominance and potential for future success.
For Morrow, the focus should be on improving teamwork and individual contributions, particularly in rebounding and defensive efforts. Ambassador Christian will look to build on their strong foundation to achieve even greater success in the seasons ahead.
