The Woonsocket (RI) varsity basketball team will host a home conference game against Middletown (RI) on Friday, January 17, 2025, at 7:00 PM.

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What: Rhode Island High School Basketball
Who: Woonsocket vs Middletown
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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Middletown vs. Woonsocket: A Basketball Rivalry

The basketball teams from Middletown and Woonsocket are gearing up for another intense matchup as their seasons unfold in the Rhode Island Division rankings. While both teams have had their share of challenges this season, their head-to-head records and performance statistics highlight key differences that will shape their upcoming games.

Current Season Performance

Middletown (24-25) enters the matchup with a 4-6 overall record. In league play, they’ve been solid, with a 3-3 record, performing better at home (2-1) compared to their away games (2-4). Their overall win percentage stands at .400, with a league win percentage of .500. The team has accumulated 533 points while allowing 605. Their scoring averages per game include a solid 53.3 points, demonstrating their ability to score consistently throughout the season.

Woonsocket (24-25), on the other hand, has struggled this season, with a dismal 0-9 overall record. In league play, they are winless at 0-6, and their away record is also poor at 0-8. With a win percentage of .000, Woonsocket has found it challenging to compete, scoring only 46.4 points per game. Despite their efforts, they have been outscored 579-418 in total.

Head-to-Head: Middletown Triumphs

The two teams faced off recently on December 23, where Middletown claimed a 62-52 victory over Woonsocket. This marked a significant win for Middletown, who will look to continue their success as they prepare for a rematch on January 17, 2025, in Woonsocket. With the win, Middletown has asserted themselves as the stronger team in this rivalry, holding a 2-1 advantage in their head-to-head meetings.

Team Statistics and Leaders

When comparing the key stats for both teams, Middletown has shown dominance in several areas:

• Points per game: Middletown averages 44.3 points per game, while Woonsocket struggles with 46.4.
• Rebounds per game: Middletown leads with 30.4, compared to Woonsocket’s 27.4.
• Assists per game: Middletown also excels here with 9.6, versus Woonsocket’s 5.0.
• Steals and blocks: Middletown’s Angel Hernandez leads the team with 1.7 steals per game, while Isaiah Guertin contributes with 1.2 blocks per game.

For Woonsocket, the standout player has been Angel Hernandez with 5.1 points per game, but the team as a whole continues to face challenges, particularly in defensive categories.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced several common opponents this season, with Middletown performing better overall. Here’s a breakdown of how each team has fared against these teams:

• Middletown: Wins against St. Raphael Academy, Tiverton, and losses to Mt. Hope.
• Woonsocket: Struggled against the same teams, with losses to St. Raphael Academy, Mt. Hope, and other opponents like Burrillville, Cranston West, and Chariho.

Middletown’s stronger performance against common opponents is indicative of their better form, further emphasizing the gap between the two teams.

Upcoming Matchups

Looking ahead, both teams have crucial games on their schedules. Middletown’s next match is on January 15, 2025, against Rogers, followed by their away game against Woonsocket on January 17, 2025. Meanwhile, Woonsocket’s schedule sees them facing Rogers on January 13, 2025, with a chance to turn their season around.

With their current form, Middletown will be heavily favored in their upcoming games, but Woonsocket will be looking to break their losing streak and prove they can compete.

Conclusion

While Middletown holds the upper hand in terms of both their overall performance and head-to-head record, Woonsocket is still battling to find their rhythm. The next month will be crucial for both teams, with Middletown aiming to secure more wins and Woonsocket hoping to turn their fortunes around before the playoffs.