The Woodbridge varsity basketball team (Bridgeville, DE) is set to host Washington (Princess Anne, MD) in a home tournament game today at 5:00 p.m. at Woodbridge High School.
Washington vs Woodbridge High School Basketball Game Info:
What: Delaware High School Basketball
Who: Washington vs Woodbridge
When: Monday, December 30, 2024
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Washington vs Woodbridge
The Washington Jaguars (1-5) will travel to Bridgeville, DE, to face the Woodbridge Blue Raiders (3-3) in a home tournament game today at 5:00 p.m. The matchup pits two teams with contrasting records and aspirations as they look to build momentum midway through the season.
Rankings and Records
Washington Jaguars (1-5, MD Class 178)
- Overall Record: 1-5
- Region Record: 1-3
- Home Record: 1-1
- Away Record: 0-4
- Win Percentage: .167
- Points For (PF): 326
- Points Against (PA): 411
Washington’s sole victory this season came in regional play, where they have shown glimpses of potential. The Jaguars are led by #5 Elijah Thomas, who has been a standout performer despite the team’s struggles.
Woodbridge Blue Raiders (3-3, DE Div. 11)
- Overall Record: 3-3
- League Record: 2-2
- Home Record: 1-2
- Away Record: 2-1
- Win Percentage: .500
- Points For (PF): 312
- Points Against (PA): 233
Woodbridge has demonstrated a balanced performance so far, with a solid .500 record in both overall and league play. Their defensive efforts have been commendable, holding opponents to an average of 38.8 points per game.
Team Scoring Averages
- Washington: 54.3 points per game. Their strongest quarters are the second (16.0 points) and third (14.5 points).
- Woodbridge: 52.0 points per game, with a consistent but less explosive offensive output compared to Washington.
Team Leaders
For Washington, #5 Elijah Thomas has been the key player, excelling across multiple categories:
- Points Per Game: 23.5
- Rebounds Per Game: 10.7 (Develle Morgan)
- Assists Per Game: 3.5
- Steals Per Game: 2.3
- Blocks Per Game: 0.3
Woodbridge’s stats are unavailable, but their overall team play has been instrumental in maintaining a competitive record.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced Delmar and Parkside this season, with contrasting results:
- Washington:
- Lost to Delmar (59-57) on December 28.
- Upcoming games against Parkside and Delmar later in the season.
- Woodbridge:
- Defeated Delmar (49-33) on December 17.
- Narrowly lost to Parkside (38-36) on December 26.
Record Breakdown
| Category | Washington | Woodbridge |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 1-5 | 3-3 |
| League | 1-3 | 2-2 |
| Non-League | 0-1 | 1-1 |
| Head-to-Head | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Common Opponents | 0-1 | 1-1 |
| Home | 1-1 | 1-2 |
| Away | 0-4 | 2-1 |
| Neutral | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| In-State | 1-4 | 2-2 |
| Out-of-State | 0-1 | 1-1 |
Game Outlook
Woodbridge enters the game as the slight favorite, leveraging their home-court advantage and disciplined defense. However, Washington’s Elijah Thomas will be a key factor—if he can continue his scoring and playmaking dominance, the Jaguars could pull off an upset.
Key Players to Watch
- Washington: Elijah Thomas (#5) has been a force on both ends of the court, leading the team in scoring, assists, steals, and blocks. Develle Morgan’s rebounding presence will also be crucial.
- Woodbridge: With a balanced team approach, the Blue Raiders’ defensive execution and ability to limit Thomas’ impact will be critical.
Conclusion
This tournament game offers a compelling matchup between Washington’s star power and Woodbridge’s collective strength. Fans can expect an exciting and closely contested game as both teams look to improve their records and gain momentum for the rest of the season.
