The Wayne County Varsity Basketball Team (Waynesboro, TN) will face Colbert County (Leighton, AL) in a home tournament game on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to Basketball know:

What: Tennessee High School Basketball
Who: Wayne County vs Colbert County
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Comparing Colbert County and Wayne County: A Deep Dive into Their Basketball Seasons

The basketball teams of Colbert County and Wayne County have both had interesting seasons in the 2024-2025 campaign, with each team showing strengths and areas for growth. Let’s break down the details of their performances so far, comparing their rankings, team statistics, and upcoming matchups.

Overall Performance

Colbert County (AL) has posted an impressive 7-3 record to start the season. They’ve had strong performances both in the region and in non-league games, with a perfect 1.000 region win percentage. Their overall play has been solid, and they have scored a total of 700 points against 509 points allowed, giving them a healthy .700 win percentage.

Wayne County (TN), on the other hand, has posted a 5-3 record, showing a solid but slightly less consistent performance. Their .625 win percentage reflects their strength, but they have some room for improvement, particularly in their away games. They have scored 527 points and allowed 455 points in total.

Team Scoring Averages

Looking at team scoring averages, Colbert County has been the more potent offense, averaging 70.0 points per game. Their balanced scoring throughout the game is evident, though their breakdown by quarters is not available.

Wayne County averages 65.9 points per game, with notable consistency across quarters:

• Q1: 16.1 points
• Q2: 16.3 points
• Q3: 17.6 points
• Q4: 15.9 points

Wayne County’s strong third-quarter performance (17.6 points per game) could be a deciding factor in close matchups.

Key Player Comparisons

Colbert County

• Points Per Game: Cayman Camfield leads the team with a remarkable 24.4 PPG.
• Rebounds Per Game: Cayman Camfield also contributes heavily on the boards with 6.5 RPG.
• Assists Per Game: Logan Davis is the team’s playmaker, averaging 4.1 APG.
• Steals Per Game: Lawson Stegall has been active defensively with 1.0 SPG.
• Blocks Per Game: Case Butler provides rim protection with 1.0 BPG.

Wayne County

• Points Per Game: Wayne County’s offense is more spread out, with 5.3 PPG being their leading scorer.
• Rebounds Per Game: The team struggles slightly on the boards with their leading rebounder at 2.8 RPG.
• Assists Per Game: With 1.1 APG, Wayne County’s assist numbers are relatively low compared to Colbert County.
• Steals Per Game: They average 1.0 SPG, showing moderate defensive effort.
• Blocks Per Game: At 0.3 BPG, they lag behind Colbert County in shot-blocking.

Team Stat Comparison

When comparing team statistics, Colbert County has clear advantages in several key areas:

• Rebounds Per Game: Colbert County averages 26.8 RPG, a notable edge over Wayne County’s 15.4 RPG.
• Assists Per Game: Colbert County also leads with 15.4 APG, which is over double Wayne County’s 6.0 APG.
• Steals Per Game: Colbert County’s defense is slightly more aggressive with 5.1 SPG compared to Wayne County’s 4.8 SPG.
• Blocks Per Game: Colbert County also outperforms Wayne County in blocking shots, with 2.1 BPG versus Wayne County’s 1.0 BPG.

Common Opponents

Both teams will face Collinwood during the season, which will be an interesting point of comparison. Colbert County will play Collinwood on December 19, while Wayne County will face them on January 24, 2025. This will provide fans with an opportunity to see how both teams perform against a common opponent.

Record Breakdown

Colbert County

• Home Record: 2-2
• Away Record: 4-1
• Neutral Record: 1-0
• In-State Record: 7-2
• Out-of-State Record: 0-1

Wayne County

• Home Record: 2-2
• Away Record: 3-1
• In-State Record: 5-2
• Out-of-State Record: 0-1

Both teams have shown solid home and away performances, but Colbert County has been particularly strong on the road, boasting a 4-1 away record.

Conclusion

Both Colbert County and Wayne County have shown great promise in the 2024-2025 season. Colbert County’s dominant offense, led by Cayman Camfield, and their strong rebounding and assist numbers give them an edge overall. However, Wayne County’s ability to close out quarters and competitive nature should not be underestimated.

As the season progresses, these two teams will be looking to build on their strengths while addressing their areas of improvement. With key matchups coming up, particularly against Collinwood, it will be exciting to see how these teams fare as they move forward in their respective campaigns.