The St. Cloud (FL) varsity basketball team will host Tohopekaliga (Kissimmee, FL) in a conference game today at 7:00 PM at St. Cloud High School.

Tohopekaliga vs St. Cloud High School Basketball Game Info:

What: Florida High School Basketball
Who: Tohopekaliga vs St. Cloud
When: Monday, December 16, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Tohopekaliga vs St. Cloud

The St. Cloud (FL) varsity basketball team will host Tohopekaliga (Kissimmee, FL) in a highly anticipated conference game tonight at 7:00 PM. This matchup features two teams heading in different directions as St. Cloud looks to extend its perfect season, while Tohopekaliga seeks to bounce back from a tough start.

Team Overview

St. Cloud Bulldogs (8-0)

• Overall Record: 8-0
• District Record: 1-0
• Home Record: 5-0
• Away Record: 3-0
• Scoring Average: 66.5 points per game
• Points Scored (PF): 532
• Points Allowed (PA): 425

St. Cloud has been dominating this season, with an unbeaten record and strong performances on both offense and defense. They have been explosive, particularly in the second half, where they average 37.5 points between the third and fourth quarters. Leading the way for the Bulldogs is their balanced attack, scoring from multiple players and capitalizing on fast breaks.

Key Player:

• Alex Springs (12.1 PPG) is the team’s top scorer and a constant threat on both ends of the floor.

Tohopekaliga Tigers (1-5)

• Overall Record: 1-5
• District Record: 0-2
• Home Record: 1-4
• Away Record: 0-1
• Scoring Average: 45.7 points per game
• Points Scored (PF): 274
• Points Allowed (PA): 326

Tohopekaliga has struggled to find consistent scoring this season, with only one win so far. However, they continue to show resilience, particularly in the later stages of games where they tend to pick up their offensive rhythm. The Tigers will need a big performance to challenge St. Cloud’s strong, fast-paced attack.

Key Player:

• Malaki Baker (7.0 RPG, 3.1 BPG) is a strong force for the Tigers on both the glass and as a shot-blocker.

Key Matchup:

The key to this game will be St. Cloud’s potent offense against Tohopekaliga’s defensive effort. St. Cloud has averaged 66.5 points per game this season, led by the versatile scoring of Springs and a strong second-half scoring surge. On the other hand, Tohopekaliga has struggled offensively, averaging just 45.7 points per game, and will need to rely on their defense and rebound efforts, especially from Baker, to stay competitive.

Common Opponents:

Both teams have faced common opponents such as Gateway and Harmony this season:

• Tohopekaliga: Lost to Gateway 43-31 on 12/9/24 and Harmony 58-38 on 12/11/24.
• St. Cloud: Defeated Harmony 61-52 on 12/13/24 and will face Gateway on 12/17/24.

St. Cloud’s success against these common opponents shows their ability to win tough matchups, while Tohopekaliga is still seeking its first league victory.

What’s at Stake:

For St. Cloud, a win would keep their perfect season intact and further solidify their position as one of the top teams in the district. Tohopekaliga, on the other hand, will be looking for a major upset to turn their season around and build momentum for the rest of the conference schedule.

Prediction:

St. Cloud has shown a high level of play, especially at home, while Tohopekaliga has yet to hit their stride. With the Bulldogs’ scoring depth and strong defense, they enter as the favorites for this game.

Final Score Prediction: St. Cloud 70, Tohopekaliga 45.