The Petersburg (WV) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against Union (Mount Storm, WV) today at 7:30 p.m.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: West Virginia High School Basketball
Who: Union vs Petersburg
When: Friday, December 27, 2024
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Union vs Petersburg

As the 2024-2025 West Virginia high school basketball season unfolds, Union and Petersburg have emerged as two teams to watch in their respective regions. With strong performances and distinct playing styles, both teams are making waves early in the season, setting up for an exciting remainder of the campaign. Here’s a breakdown of their current standings, performance statistics, and head-to-head comparisons.

Union High School Basketball Overview (24-25 Season)

Union’s basketball team has started the season with a solid 4-1 record. Their performance in both regional and non-regional games has been impressive, boasting an 80% overall win percentage and a 67% win rate in regional matchups. The team’s offensive power is highlighted by their ability to score an average of 57.8 points per game, with standout players such as Braylon Ward leading the charge with 17.2 points per game.

Team Scoring Averages:

• First Quarter: 27.0 points
• Second Quarter: 21.0 points
• Third Quarter: 18.0 points
• Fourth Quarter: 17.0 points
• Final: 57.8 points per game

Union’s well-rounded team also excels in defense, allowing an average of 242 points across five games. On the boards, they average 37.0 rebounds per game, with Corbin Streets pulling down an impressive 10.8 rebounds per game.

Despite the team’s early success, they do not yet have any highlight videos to showcase their games, but their performances on the court speak for themselves. Union’s players are making an impact across the board with strong rebounding, assists, steals, and blocks.

Petersburg High School Basketball Overview (24-25 Season)

Petersburg has shown competitive energy with a 2-1 record, including a strong 2-0 mark in home games. The team’s scoring average is slightly higher than Union’s at 59.7 points per game. The standout player for Petersburg, Caden Ours, leads the team with 19.0 points per game, helping the team stay competitive in a tough region.

Team Scoring Averages:

• First Quarter: 13.0 points
• Second Quarter: 14.5 points
• Third Quarter: 15.0 points
• Fourth Quarter: 17.5 points
• Final: 59.7 points per game

Petersburg’s defensive stats are solid as well, with the team averaging 37.5 rebounds, 13 assists, 16 steals, and 1 block per game. Peyton Tingler stands out in multiple categories, including leading the team in rebounds (13.0 per game), assists (3.5 per game), steals (4.5 per game), and blocks (0.5 per game).

With a 67% overall win percentage, Petersburg’s strong defense and balanced offense have proven to be crucial in their early victories. However, the team’s ability to maintain consistency will be important as they face tougher opponents in the coming weeks.

Head-to-Head: Union vs. Petersburg

While these two teams have not yet met in the 2024-2025 season, their history of common opponents could provide valuable insight. Union has faced Tygarts Valley, losing a close game (48-44) on December 17, while Petersburg will have the opportunity to play Tygarts Valley on February 25. Similarly, both teams will face East Hardy, with Union playing on January 7 and Petersburg hosting them on January 3.

Key Player Comparisons

• Points Per Game:
  • Union: Braylon Ward – 17.2
  • Petersburg: Caden Ours – 19.0
• Rebounds Per Game:
  • Union: Corbin Streets – 10.8
  • Petersburg: Peyton Tingler – 13.0
• Assists Per Game:
  • Union: Jacob Wolfe – 3.6
  • Petersburg: Peyton Tingler – 3.5
• Steals Per Game:
  • Union: Braylon Ward – 3.4
  • Petersburg: Peyton Tingler – 4.5
• Blocks Per Game:
  • Union: Corbin Streets – 1.0
  • Petersburg: Payton Metheny – 0.5

These player statistics highlight the differences between the two teams. Union has a slightly more balanced scoring attack, with Braylon Ward and Corbin Streets contributing in multiple areas. Meanwhile, Petersburg relies on the all-around skills of Peyton Tingler to lead the team in several categories.

Looking Ahead: Key Matchups

Both teams have challenging upcoming matchups that will test their mettle. Union’s record of 2-1 against common opponents suggests they will be well-prepared for future encounters. On the other hand, Petersburg will look to build on its 2-0 home record and continue its strong performances as the season progresses.

As these two teams gear up for future games, their contrasting styles and key players will make their eventual head-to-head matchup highly anticipated. With both teams fighting for regional supremacy, fans can expect an exciting season of West Virginia high school basketball.

Conclusion

Union and Petersburg are two teams to watch in West Virginia high school basketball. Both have shown potential early in the 2024-2025 season, with solid scoring, rebounding, and defensive stats. As the season continues, it will be interesting to see how both teams adjust and adapt as they face tougher competition and prepare for potential playoff runs.