The Versailles (OH) varsity basketball team will be hosting St. John’s (Delphos, OH) for a home conference game today at 6 p.m.

Game Details:

• Matchup: St. John’s vs Versailles
• Date & Time: Friday, January 31, 2025, at 6:00 p.m.
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St. John’s and Versailles: A Season of Strong Performances and Rivals on the Rise

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season reaches its climax, two teams have stood out for their stellar performances: St. John’s and Versailles. Both squads have dominated their respective divisions and are drawing attention from across the state as they continue to pursue success in the postseason.

St. John’s: A Powerhouse in the Making

St. John’s has been a force to be reckoned with this season, boasting an impressive 14-1 record overall. Their dominant 13-1 record in Ohio Division play shows their ability to excel within their conference, with a perfect 5-0 performance in league games. The team has demonstrated outstanding consistency, particularly with their 8-1 home record and an undefeated 6-0 away performance. With a total of 1,039 points scored and just 727 points allowed, they have proven to be an offensive powerhouse while maintaining strong defensive play.

St. John’s scoring averages per quarter are also notable. They’ve been able to score consistently across all four quarters, with an average of 19.7 points in the first quarter, followed by 17.7 in the second, 17.3 in the third, and 16.1 in the final quarter. Their total points per game average is a solid 69.3, demonstrating a balanced and consistent offensive effort throughout the game.

Versailles: A Resilient Squad on the Rise

Versailles has also enjoyed a successful season, finishing with a 14-3 overall record. While their conference performance (4-2) wasn’t as flawless as St. John’s, they have proven to be a strong force in both their home and away games, with a 5-1 home record and a dominant 9-1 record on the road. Scoring 933 points and allowing 686 points, they have shown their ability to put up impressive numbers offensively, although they’ve faced a few more challenges defensively compared to St. John’s.

Looking at their team scoring breakdown, Versailles has averaged 14.8 points in the first quarter, 14.3 in the second, 12.9 in the third, and 13.8 in the fourth quarter, with a game average of 54.9 points. While not as high as St. John’s, their consistent performance across all quarters suggests a well-rounded team capable of competing with any opponent.

Head-to-Head Comparison

When examining common opponents, St. John’s holds a perfect 5-0 record, while Versailles is 4-2 in games against the same teams. The two teams have faced off against several notable opponents, including Minster, Parkway, Coldwater, Marion Local, and New Bremen, with St. John’s emerging victorious in each of their respective matchups.

A few key results are worth highlighting:

• St. John’s vs. Minster: On December 13, 2024, St. John’s crushed Minster 73-49, while Versailles lost to them in a close 54-52 battle on January 10, 2025.
• St. John’s vs. Parkway: St. John’s easily defeated Parkway 78-46 on January 3, 2025, while Versailles took on Parkway on December 13, 2024, winning 52-27.
• St. John’s vs. Coldwater: St. John’s secured a 64-49 win over Coldwater on January 14, 2025, while Versailles also defeated Coldwater 54-41 on January 17, 2025.

Although both teams have performed well against their shared opponents, St. John’s has been notably more dominant, with their flawless record against these teams suggesting their superior level of play.

Looking Ahead: What’s Next for Both Teams?

As the season progresses and playoff spots tighten, both St. John’s and Versailles will be looking to maintain their momentum. St. John’s will aim to capitalize on their dominant in-state record (14-1) while continuing to improve their consistency on offense and defense. Versailles, though with a few more losses, will look to build on their impressive road record (9-1) and gain confidence heading into the postseason.

Both teams have shown they are capable of making deep runs, and with their impressive regular-season records, it will be exciting to see which team emerges victorious when the stakes are highest. Fans of high school basketball in Ohio will certainly be keeping an eye on these two teams as they continue to make noise in their respective conferences.

In the coming weeks, both teams will continue their regular-season matchups, with St. John’s facing New Bremen and Versailles gearing up for a big showdown against St. Henry on February 14, 2025. The next few games will be crucial as they fine-tune their strategies for what looks to be a thrilling playoff journey.