The Woonsocket High School varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against Mt. Pleasant (Providence, RI) today at 2:00 PM.

Game Details:

• Matchup: Mt. Pleasant vs. Woonsocket
• Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025
• Time: 2:00 PM
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Mt. Pleasant vs. Woonsocket: A Tale of Two Basketball Seasons

The 2024-2025 Rhode Island high school basketball season has been a challenging journey for the Woonsocket High School varsity basketball team. With a record of 0-13 overall and 0-9 in league play, the team has faced tough competition throughout the season. On the other hand, Mt. Pleasant High School in Providence has had a much stronger showing, with an 8-6 record, including a 2-6 performance in the league. Despite both teams experiencing contrasting seasons, their head-to-head matchups and overall statistics provide some interesting insights into their styles of play.

Team Breakdown

Mt. Pleasant has demonstrated solid overall performance with an average of 51.0 points per game. The team has been consistent throughout the four quarters, with the highest average score in the fourth quarter (16.3 points). The offensive strategy has been centered around the leadership of Angel Hernandez, who is the team’s top scorer, averaging 12.7 points per game. Additionally, Mt. Pleasant’s strong defense has allowed them to maintain a steady rebounding average of 29.8 per game and accumulate 9.4 assists per game, spearheaded by Andrew Bissonnette’s 2.8 assists per game.

Woonsocket, in contrast, has struggled throughout the season, averaging just 45.1 points per game. Their scoring struggles are evident, with the team only averaging 8.3 points in the final quarter. Angel Hernandez, leading Mt. Pleasant in steals, has a major impact defensively on the court, as Woonsocket averages only 5.0 points per game from their highest scorer, reflecting their difficulty in keeping up on the scoreboard. Despite this, Woonsocket does have a few bright spots with Isaiah Guertin’s rebounding and blocking abilities, though their overall statistical performance has been far behind their competitors.

Head-to-Head: Mt. Pleasant Dominates

In their most recent matchup on January 9, 2025, Mt. Pleasant came out victorious with a commanding 58-39 win over Woonsocket. The game, a non-conference affair held at Mt. Pleasant, showcased the difference in offensive and defensive capabilities between the two teams. Woonsocket’s offensive struggles were apparent, as they were unable to generate consistent scoring, while Mt. Pleasant’s offense flowed smoothly, powered by Hernandez’s contributions.

Their upcoming game, scheduled for January 27, 2025, promises to be another crucial test for Woonsocket as they aim to break their losing streak against a team that has outperformed them in nearly every statistical category.

Team Scoring and Key Players

Mt. Pleasant’s scoring distribution is more balanced, with a strong emphasis on Hernandez’s 12.7 points per game. On the other hand, Woonsocket’s offense relies heavily on Guertin and a few others to keep the scoreboard ticking. Woonsocket’s best performer, Guertin, averages 5.0 points per game, but they have yet to show the scoring depth needed to compete consistently.

Mt. Pleasant’s advantage extends to rebounding, where Guertin leads for Woonsocket with 8.3 boards per game, but Mt. Pleasant maintains a solid team average of 29.8 rebounds per game. Woonsocket’s lack of defensive consistency has shown in their struggles to control the boards, which often leads to second-chance points for their opponents.

Common Opponents

Looking at the teams’ performances against common opponents further highlights the disparity in their seasons. Mt. Pleasant has posted a 3-1 record against teams such as St. Raphael Academy, Rogers, Cumberland, and Central. Woonsocket, in contrast, has gone winless against these same teams, showing a significant difference in performance.

Conclusion

The disparity between Mt. Pleasant and Woonsocket’s basketball programs this season is clear. While Mt. Pleasant has shown resilience and a well-rounded game plan, Woonsocket’s struggles have been difficult to overcome. Despite the challenges, Woonsocket will continue to strive for improvement as they face off against a formidable Mt. Pleasant squad again on January 27. Whether Woonsocket can find their rhythm or if Mt. Pleasant will continue to dominate remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure—this matchup will be a defining moment in both teams’ seasons.