The Wilson Hall varsity basketball team (Sumter, SC) will play a home tournament game against Pinewood Prep (Summerville, SC) today at 8:30 p.m.

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What: South Carolina High School Basketball
Who: Wilson Hall vs Pinewood Prep
When: Friday, December 13, 2024
Time: 8:00. p.m. ET
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Pinewood Prep vs. Wilson Hall: A Midseason Basketball Showdown

As the 2024-2025 basketball season heats up in South Carolina, two of the state’s top teams, Pinewood Prep and Wilson Hall, are making waves. Both teams boast impressive records, having gone 5-1 so far, and are contenders in their respective divisions. Let’s break down their performances and compare their strengths as they gear up for more action in the coming weeks.

Team Overview

Pinewood Prep (24-25)

• Class: 10
• Overall Record: 5-1
• Home Record: 2-1
• Away Record: 3-0
• Win Percentage: .833
• Points For (PF): 441
• Points Against (PA): 278

Wilson Hall (24-25)

• Class: 45
• Overall Record: 5-1
• Home Record: 5-0
• Away Record: 0-1
• Win Percentage: .833
• Points For (PF): 433
• Points Against (PA): 280

Team Scoring and Performance Comparison

When it comes to scoring, Pinewood Prep leads by a slight margin. Averaging 73.5 points per game compared to Wilson Hall’s 72.2, Pinewood has shown offensive firepower, especially in the first half of games. Here’s a breakdown of the team’s scoring by quarter:

• Pinewood Prep:
  • Q1: 18.8
  • Q2: 20.2
  • Q3: 20.2
  • Q4: 14.3
  • Total: 73.5
• Wilson Hall:
  • Q1: 20.0
  • Q2: 20.8
  • Q3: 20.0
  • Q4: 11.3
  • Total: 72.2

Both teams exhibit strong performances in the first three quarters, but Pinewood Prep has a slight advantage in overall scoring, largely due to their consistent second and third-quarter dominance.

Statistical Leaders

Both teams rely on key players to lead the charge. Here’s a look at their top performers in various categories:

• Pinewood Prep:
  • Tre Green: 16.7 points per game
  • Tripp Eidson: 9.3 rebounds per game
  • Jonathan Slawson: 6.2 assists per game, 3.2 steals per game
• Wilson Hall:
  • Top Scorer: No individual standout listed
  • Rebounding Leader: No data provided
  • Assists Leader: No data provided

The absence of clear statistical leaders for Wilson Hall makes it difficult to fully gauge their depth in comparison, but Pinewood Prep has significant contributions from players across multiple categories.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced common opponents, with Pinewood Prep yet to play against some teams, and Wilson Hall having faced opponents like Palmetto Christian Academy and Laurence Manning Academy. These matchups will be critical in determining the teams’ relative strength in the coming weeks.

• Upcoming Games:
  • Pinewood Prep:
    • January 2 vs. Stall
    • January 4 vs. Northside Christian Academy
  • Wilson Hall:
    • December 14 vs. Northside Christian Academy
    • January 10 vs. Laurence Manning Academy

As the teams take on these common opponents, the results could offer more insight into their preparedness for head-to-head matchups later in the season.

Head-to-Head Breakdown

While both teams have had impressive starts to the season, they have not yet faced each other. Their upcoming meeting, scheduled for January 23, 2025, will be crucial in determining who has the edge as the season progresses. Based on their current records, Pinewood Prep appears to have a slight edge on paper with a slightly better scoring average and a perfect 3-0 record on the road. However, Wilson Hall’s dominance at home (5-0) could play a pivotal role if their matchup takes place in their gym.

Conclusion

With both teams at 5-1, there is no doubt that Pinewood Prep and Wilson Hall are among the top high school basketball teams in South Carolina. Their upcoming games against common opponents will be telling, and their head-to-head clash on January 23 will likely be a highlight of the season. The key to their success will be how well they perform in the final quarter, where Pinewood has shown the ability to pull away from opponents, while Wilson Hall may need to find a way to sustain their early-game momentum. Both teams have the potential to go deep into the season, but their continued success will depend on their ability to maintain consistency and capitalize on their key players’ strengths.