The Thomas-Fay-Custer (Thomas, OK) varsity basketball team will host Gracemont (OK) in a non-conference game on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 8:00 PM.

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What: Oklahoma High School Basketball
Who: Thomas-Fay-Custer vs Gracemont
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 8:00. p.m. ET
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Gracemont and Thomas-Fay-Custer Basketball Teams: A Comparative Analysis of the 2024-25 Season

As the 2024-25 basketball season progresses, two teams, Gracemont and Thomas-Fay-Custer, have exhibited differing performances, with notable contrasts in both their overall records and their records against common opponents. Here’s a detailed breakdown of their standings, scoring averages, and head-to-head comparisons.

Team Records and Performance

Gracemont is still seeking its first win of the season. With a 0-9 overall record, the team is yet to find success in both their home and away games, showing a struggle against a variety of opponents. In district play, they stand at 0-4, and their total points scored (176) pale in comparison to the 588 points they’ve conceded. This significant gap suggests challenges in both offensive and defensive play.

In contrast, Thomas-Fay-Custer has found more success with a 2-1 record, showing promise with a win percentage of .667. Their offense has been more potent, scoring 153 points while conceding 154, demonstrating a relatively close margin in terms of scoring differential. The team’s performance in district play (0-0) suggests a more competitive position in their league, even though they have played fewer games than Gracemont.

Scoring Averages

When comparing the teams’ scoring averages, the differences are stark. Gracemont averages only 19.6 points per game, which is a significant disadvantage in any competitive setting. Their inability to generate consistent offense has likely contributed to their winless record.

On the other hand, Thomas-Fay-Custer has been far more effective on the offensive end, with an impressive average of 51.0 points per game. This scoring power has allowed them to stay competitive and win games, even with their modest point differential (PA 154).

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced several of the same opponents, but their results have differed. Gracemont has struggled mightily against these teams, suffering heavy losses in every matchup. Their common opponents’ record against Gracemont stands at a daunting 0-5, highlighting the team’s ongoing difficulties.

Thomas-Fay-Custer, while still facing tough challenges, has managed to fare better in similar matchups, including victories over Binger-Oney (the team’s only loss so far), Lookeba-Sickles, and Hydro-Eakly. Their performance against common opponents is currently unblemished at 0-0, but their positive results suggest a better level of preparedness compared to Gracemont.

Head-to-Head Matchups

While the two teams have not yet faced each other this season, their respective schedules suggest that Gracemont may continue to struggle in the remainder of the season, especially with upcoming games against teams that have already shown their dominance. Thomas-Fay-Custer also faces several tough matchups ahead, but with their improved record and stronger offensive output, they will likely enter these games with greater confidence.

Record Breakdown

A deeper look into the record breakdown shows that Gracemont has not managed to secure any wins in both their home and away games, while Thomas-Fay-Custer has demonstrated better consistency with their home and away performances. Notably, Gracemont has struggled significantly with a 0-4 record at home and a 0-5 record on the road. In contrast, Thomas-Fay-Custer has gone 1-0 at home and 1-1 away, making them a more balanced and resilient team.

Additionally, Thomas-Fay-Custer has had a relatively favorable outcome in their out-of-state games, with no losses reported in these matchups. Gracemont, however, has yet to win an out-of-state game.

Conclusion

While Gracemont continues to search for their first victory, Thomas-Fay-Custer has displayed a stronger performance in the 2024-25 season, both in terms of individual game outcomes and their scoring ability. As the season progresses, both teams will face new challenges, but the contrast in their current standings highlights the difficulties Gracemont faces and the potential for Thomas-Fay-Custer to continue their strong performance throughout the remainder of the season.