The Times Squared Academy (Providence, RI) varsity basketball team is set to host Block Island (New Shoreham, RI) for a home conference game on Friday, January 17, 2025, at 1:30 PM.
Here’s what you need Basketball to know:
What: Rhode Island High School Basketball
Who: Times Squared Academy vs Block Island
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 1:30. p.m. ET
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Analyzing the Performance Gap: Block Island vs. Times Squared Academy in the 2024-25 Season
The 2024-25 season has brought contrasting fortunes for Block Island and Times Squared Academy basketball teams. While Times Squared Academy has emerged as a strong contender in their division, Block Island has struggled to find its footing. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the two teams’ performance based on their records, scoring, and matchups.
Team Records and Rankings
Block Island (24-25):
- Overall Record: 0-3
- League Record: 0-3
- Home Record: 0-2
- Away Record: 0-1
- Win Percentage: .000
- Points For (PF): 80
- Points Against (PA): 214
Times Squared Academy (24-25):
- Overall Record: 4-2
- League Record: 4-0
- Home Record: 1-0
- Away Record: 3-2
- Win Percentage: .667
- Points For (PF): 436
- Points Against (PA): 335
Times Squared Academy has a commanding league record and significantly higher scoring totals compared to Block Island, showcasing their dominance and consistency.
Scoring Averages
- Block Island:
- Quarter Breakdown: Q1: 7.0, Q2: 5.0, Q3: 9.0, Q4: 4.0
- Average Final Score: 26.7 points per game
- Times Squared Academy:
- Quarter Breakdown: Q1: 18.0, Q2: 18.0, Q3: 15.7, Q4: 19.0
- Average Final Score: 72.7 points per game
Times Squared Academy’s offensive firepower dwarfs Block Island’s output, highlighting a significant scoring gap. Block Island struggles particularly in the second and fourth quarters, averaging only 5 and 4 points, respectively, in those periods.
Key Players
Times Squared Academy’s standout performer, #0 Justin Urey, leads with an impressive 19.7 points per game, well above the national average of 5.1 points per game. This individual contribution has been a cornerstone of their success, providing consistent scoring leadership.
Performance Against Common Opponents
Block Island has faced two common opponents with Times Squared Academy, losing both matchups:
- North Smithfield: Block Island lost 95-29, while Times Squared Academy has yet to play them.
- Toll Gate: Block Island fell 63-25, whereas Times Squared Academy will meet them on February 4, 2025.
Times Squared Academy boasts a 4-0 record against shared opponents, including dominant wins over Exeter-West Greenwich (66-48), St. Patrick Academy (71-48), and Blackstone Valley Prep (93-48). Block Island’s inability to capitalize against similar opponents highlights the disparity in team strength.
Overall Stat Comparison
- Points Per Game:
- Block Island: 26.7
- Times Squared Academy: 72.7
- League Performance:
- Block Island: 0-3 (.000)
- Times Squared Academy: 4-0 (1.000)
- Home/Away Performance:
- Block Island has struggled at home (0-2) and away (0-1).
- Times Squared Academy is solid at home (1-0) and strong on the road (3-2).
Conclusion
The 2024-25 season showcases the stark contrast between Block Island and Times Squared Academy. Times Squared Academy’s blend of strong individual performance, consistent team scoring, and dominance against common opponents positions them as a formidable force. On the other hand, Block Island faces an uphill battle to improve their offensive output and overall record. The gap between these two teams highlights the importance of scoring depth, defensive strength, and adaptability in competitive basketball.
