The Woonsocket (RI) varsity basketball team will play a home conference game against Tiverton (RI) on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

Game Details:

• Teams: Tiverton @ Woonsocket
• Date: Friday, January 31, 2025
• Time: 7:00 PM
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A Comprehensive Look at Tiverton and Woonsocket’s 2024-2025 Basketball Seasons

As the 2024-2025 Rhode Island high school basketball season progresses, both Tiverton and Woonsocket have had their fair share of challenges. With disappointing records, both teams have faced significant adversity on the court. Let’s dive into the rankings, key stats, team comparisons, and a breakdown of their performances this season.

Overall Records and Rankings

• Tiverton: With an overall record of 1-15-1, Tiverton has struggled, particularly in league play where their record stands at 0-8. The team has found it difficult to perform on the road, holding a 1-7-1 record in away games. Their performance at home hasn’t been much better, with a 0-6 record.
• Woonsocket: Woonsocket has faced an even tougher season, with an overall record of 0-16 and a league record of 0-10. Like Tiverton, the team has struggled in away games with a 0-13 record. Woonsocket has yet to secure a win, showing significant difficulties in securing victories in both league and non-league matchups.

Team Scoring Averages

• Tiverton: Their scoring has been spread out across the four quarters, averaging 6.0 points in the first quarter, 12.0 in the second, 6.0 in the third, and finishing with 14.0 in the fourth, leading to an average of 40.2 points per game. Despite the lack of success, their offense has shown some potential in bursts, especially in the second and fourth quarters.
• Woonsocket: Woonsocket has maintained a more consistent scoring flow across the game, averaging 8.3 points in the first quarter, 10.0 in the second, 11.8 in the third, and 8.3 in the fourth. Their average of 43.9 points per game puts them slightly ahead of Tiverton, though still struggling to produce significant results.

Key Stat Comparison

• Points Per Game: Tiverton averages 34.3 points per game, while Woonsocket is slightly higher at 43.1. Both teams have struggled to score efficiently this season, ranking among the lowest in the state.
• Rebounds: Woonsocket averages 29.5 rebounds per game, which is more than Tiverton’s likely lower rebound figures, reflecting the difference in overall physicality and presence on the boards.
• Assists and Steals: Woonsocket has managed 9.1 assists per game and 5.7 steals, both of which highlight a higher level of team play and defensive engagement compared to Tiverton’s likely more disjointed efforts.

Individual Leaders

• Tiverton: Caleb Purcell has led Tiverton with 9.0 points per game, giving the team a focal point for offense. However, there is a noticeable gap in other key stats, with no standout performances in rebounds, assists, or defensive categories.
• Woonsocket: Angel Hernandez has been Woonsocket’s offensive leader, averaging 12.6 points per game. The team also relies on Isaiah Guertin for rebounding (7.6 RPG) and Andrew Bissonnette for assists (3.0 APG). Hernandez’s contributions have been critical for the team despite their winless record.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced a similar slate of common opponents, including Chariho, South Kingstown, Mt. Hope, Middletown, and Burrillville, among others. Unfortunately, both teams have struggled in these matchups:

• Tiverton: Lost against Chariho, South Kingstown, Mt. Hope, Middletown, and Burrillville in their league and non-league games.
• Woonsocket: Also faced defeat against the same teams, with no victories to show for their efforts. Notably, their game against Chariho ended in a narrow loss of 48-45, a testament to their continued fighting spirit despite the tough season.

Head-to-Head Record

While Tiverton and Woonsocket haven’t yet faced each other in the 2024-2025 season, their records against common opponents suggest a similar level of struggle, with both teams failing to secure victories in these challenging contests.

The Road Ahead

Both Tiverton and Woonsocket face a challenging remainder of the season. With similar struggles in both offense and defense, it will be crucial for both teams to find a rhythm and build momentum. Despite the tough record, individual players like Purcell for Tiverton and Hernandez for Woonsocket provide a glimmer of hope for these teams as they look to close out the season on a stronger note.

Conclusion

While neither Tiverton nor Woonsocket have seen the success they hoped for in the 2024-2025 season, their resilience in facing some of the toughest opponents in Rhode Island should not go unnoticed. With a combination of continued growth and perseverance, both teams still have an opportunity to improve as the season progresses. Whether it’s strengthening their defense, improving team chemistry, or finding ways to score more consistently, Tiverton and Woonsocket have the potential to make some noise as they finish the season strong.