The Wake Christian Academy varsity basketball team (Raleigh, NC) will host Harrells Christian Academy (Harrells, NC) for a non-conference game on Friday, December 13, at 8:30 p.m. This game is part of the Wake Christian Bulldog Classic.

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What: North Carolina High School Basketball
Who: Wake Christian Academy vs Harrells Christian Academy
When: Friday, December 13, 2024
Time: 8:00. p.m. ET
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Basketball Team Breakdown: Harrells Christian Academy vs. Wake Christian Academy (2024-2025)

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season progresses, two teams in North Carolina’s independent schools are standing out for their contrasting performances: Harrells Christian Academy and Wake Christian Academy. With Harrells dominating its league and non-league matchups, and Wake struggling to find consistency, the comparison between these two teams offers a fascinating look into their season statistics, individual players, and head-to-head matchups.

Season Record Overview

Harrells Christian Academy enters this season with an impressive overall record of 10-1, maintaining a perfect 2-0 conference record and an undefeated 8-0 record at home. The team’s overall win percentage stands at .909, reflecting their dominance on the court. Harrells also boasts a strong 766 points scored against 578 points allowed, demonstrating their balanced and potent offensive attack.

In contrast, Wake Christian Academy has faced significant challenges this season, posting a 3-7 overall record. Their struggles are especially apparent in conference play, where they are yet to secure a win, sitting at 0-2. Despite a better showing at home (3-1), Wake’s away games have been a weak spot, with a 0-5 record on the road. They have scored only 554 points, while allowing 638 points, highlighting difficulties in both offense and defense.

Team Scoring Averages and Stat Comparison

The statistical differences between Harrells and Wake are quite stark:

• Harrells Christian Academy averages 69.6 points per game, scoring consistently across all quarters: 17.7 in the first quarter, 17.2 in the second, 19.5 in the third, and 15.3 in the fourth. The team’s offense is a well-rounded effort, with multiple players contributing significantly.
• Wake Christian Academy averages 55.4 points per game, with their scoring spread less evenly. They post 14.5 points in the first quarter, but struggle in the middle of the game, scoring only 11.0 points in the second and 13.5 in the third, before bouncing back to 15.8 in the fourth quarter.

When it comes to team stats, Harrells holds a clear edge in most categories:

• Points Per Game: Harrells (69.5) vs. Wake (55.8)
• Rebounds Per Game: Harrells (34.6) vs. Wake (24.6)
• Assists Per Game: Harrells (15.9) vs. Wake (8.2)
• Steals Per Game: Harrells (9.1) vs. Wake (6.6)
• Blocks Per Game: Harrells (3.3) vs. Wake (0.6)

These numbers reflect a more efficient and well-rounded team for Harrells, with standout performances in both the offensive and defensive categories. Wake will need to improve in these areas if they hope to close the gap and compete at a higher level.

Individual Leaders

Harrells’ standout player this season is Antonio McKoy, who leads the team in several major statistical categories. McKoy is averaging 24.8 points per game, which places him as the team’s top scorer, and he also pulls down 11.6 rebounds per game. His ability to dominate both ends of the court has been a crucial factor in the team’s success.

For Wake, Paxton Coon has been the team’s leader, contributing 21.3 points per game and 6.3 rebounds. However, despite these solid individual performances, Wake has struggled to put together complete team efforts, reflected in their lower assist and rebound numbers.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced some common opponents this season. Harrells has secured victories against Wilmington Christian Academy (76-55) and Cape Fear Academy (58-44), showing their ability to dominate both familiar and unfamiliar teams.

Wake will face Wilmington Christian Academy on January 14, 2025, and Cape Fear Academy on December 14, 2024. These games will provide crucial opportunities for Wake to improve their record and begin to find some momentum, as they look to close out their season strong.

Record Breakdown

• Harrells Christian Academy has shown remarkable consistency across all areas of play. With a 10-1 overall record, they have been impressive both in-state (10-1) and in non-league competition (8-1). Their 2-0 record in conference play further solidifies their standing as one of the top teams in their league.
• Wake Christian Academy, on the other hand, has struggled in almost every aspect. With a 3-7 record, they’ve faced challenges both in-state (3-7) and outside their league (0-0). Their weak conference performance, standing at 0-2, is an area they will need to address going forward if they hope to find success in the remainder of the season.

Conclusion

The contrast between Harrells Christian Academy and Wake Christian Academy this season is clear. Harrells has built a successful program based on a balanced attack and solid defense, while Wake continues to search for consistency. As the season continues, all eyes will be on Wake to see if they can turn things around, while Harrells will look to maintain their strong performance and make a run toward further success in both conference play and the postseason.