The Tiverton (RI) varsity basketball team will host Rogers (Newport, RI) for a home conference game on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

Game Details:

• Teams: Rogers vs. Tiverton
• Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025
• Time: 7:00 PM
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A Tale of Two Teams: A Deep Dive into the 2024-2025 Rogers vs. Tiverton Basketball Seasons

As the high school basketball season heats up, it’s clear that the contrasting paths of the Rogers and Tiverton teams have generated some intriguing storylines. With Rogers posting a solid 10-6 overall record and Tiverton struggling at 1-15-1, the disparity between these two teams is stark. Let’s break down the performance, key stats, and head-to-head matchups that tell the story of these two teams’ seasons.

Rogers (24-25) Season Breakdown

Rogers High School has had a commendable season, finishing with a 10-6 overall record, and a strong 9-4 mark in league play. This performance is particularly impressive when considering their solid record both at home (4-2) and on the road (6-4). With a win percentage of .625 overall and a higher league win percentage of .692, Rogers has positioned itself as a competitive force in the league.

Team Scoring Averages:

• Q1: 9.0
• Q2: 15.0
• Q3: 13.0
• Q4: 13.0
• Final: 48.1 points per game

Rogers’ scoring is quite balanced, with consistent offensive outputs in each quarter. The leadership of players like Caleb Purcell, who averages 9 points per game, has been key to their success. The ability to close out games with steady scoring has helped them in crucial matchups.

Notable Results: Rogers defeated several tough opponents during the season, including wins over Prout (54-51), Cranston West (47-33), and West Warwick (61-55). They also fared well against common opponents, posting a 6-4 record against teams they’ve shared with Tiverton.

Tiverton (24-25) Season Breakdown

In stark contrast, Tiverton has faced a challenging season. With an overall record of 1-15-1 and a winless 0-8 league record, they’ve struggled to find success on both home and away courts. Their overall win percentage is a mere .088, and they’ve been dominated in league play with a .000 league win percentage.

Team Scoring Averages:

• Q1: 6.0
• Q2: 12.0
• Q3: 6.0
• Q4: 14.0
• Final: 40.2 points per game

Tiverton has struggled with offensive consistency, especially in the first and third quarters. Their final tally of 40.2 points per game is one of the lowest among teams in their league, which has been a contributing factor to their rough season.

Notable Results: Tiverton’s season has been marked by a series of tough losses, including a 76-52 defeat to Prout and a 75-45 loss to North Providence. Their lone win came against a non-league opponent, but otherwise, they have found themselves on the wrong side of the scoreboard against many of the teams they’ve faced.

Common Opponents: A Comparative Analysis

When comparing the teams based on their common opponents, Rogers has clearly had the upper hand. With a 6-4 record against common opponents, they have demonstrated a level of competitiveness that Tiverton has not been able to match. Tiverton, on the other hand, is 0-9 in their matchups against the same set of teams.

Highlighted Matchups:

• Rogers vs. Prout: Rogers won 54-51 on December 12, 2024, while Tiverton lost 76-52 to Prout just a month later.
• Rogers vs. Cranston West: Rogers emerged victorious 47-33 on January 9, 2025, while Tiverton lost 67-52 to the same team earlier that month.
• Rogers vs. Chariho: Rogers defeated Chariho 49-32 on January 29, 2025, while Tiverton lost 61-33 to them on December 16, 2024.

Head-to-Head Record:

The two teams have not faced each other this season as of now, but based on their overall records and performances, it would be surprising if Tiverton managed to pull off an upset in a head-to-head matchup. Rogers’ performance across the board – from offensive production to their strong finishes – makes them clear favorites should the teams meet.

Looking Ahead

With just a few games left on the schedule, both teams will be looking to finish strong. Rogers, with their strong record and momentum, will look to secure playoff positioning, while Tiverton will be hoping to end their season on a high note, with perhaps an upset win or a few more competitive games.

For Rogers, the focus will be maintaining consistency and leveraging the strength of their top players, while Tiverton will need to find ways to capitalize on opportunities and correct their scoring inefficiencies to make their final stretch of the season more competitive.

As the season progresses, these two teams will continue to embody the highs and lows of high school basketball, offering a fascinating contrast in performance and potential.