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Midseason Recap: Valley View Boys Basketball Team

Midseason Recap: Valley View Boys Basketball Team

By: Brad Loff | Sportzwire | January 1, 2025 | Photo courtesy Justin Focus Photograpghy

Midseason Recap: Valley View Boys Basketball Team

The Valley View Boys Basketball team has surged through the first half of their 2024-2025 season with an impressive 9-0 record, showcasing their dominance and depth across the board. Their consistent play and ability to control games have positioned them as one of the top teams in the region.


Season Highlights

Key wins include a commanding 66-34 victory over West Scranton and a hard-fought 52-49 triumph over Holy Cross, displaying the Cougars’ versatility to win in both blowouts and close contests. Their latest win against Mid Valley (47-35) highlights their ability to stifle opponents defensively while capitalizing on key scoring opportunities.


Statistical Breakdown

Here’s a closer look at Valley View’s scoring efficiency and contributions across the roster:

Total Points Scored: The Cougars have consistently outpaced their opponents, with standout individual performances contributing significantly to their success.

Field Goals: Led by Noah Veno with 34 made field goals and Beyon McLean with 41, the team thrives on its ability to convert high-percentage shots in the paint and mid-range.

Free Throws: Veno has also been a force at the line, converting 29 of 34 attempts (85.3%), followed by McLean, who has hit 14 of 27 (51.9%).

Three-Point Shooting: Aidan Smola has been the team’s most reliable sharpshooter, sinking 10 threes, while Noah Symuleskihas contributed 8 treys, adding a long-range threat to the Cougars’ offense.


Team Dynamics

The balance in scoring demonstrates the team’s depth. While players like McLean (103 points) and Veno (105 points) have led offensively, contributions from role players like Jagger Roe (52 points) and Michael Muto (14 points) reflect the team’s “next man up” mentality. Their collective effort makes it difficult for opponents to focus on shutting down one player.

Defensively, Valley View has excelled, holding opponents to an average of just 35 points per game, including several contests where they limited opponents to under 30 points.


Key Challenges

Despite their stellar record, Valley View’s three-point shooting percentage (led by Smola at 33.3%) remains an area for improvement. Enhancing their consistency from beyond the arc will make them even more formidable.


Looking Ahead

As Valley View enters the latter half of the season, their focus will be on maintaining their defensive intensity and fine-tuning their offensive efficiency. Key matchups against league rivals, such as Abington Heights, will test their resolve as they aim to keep their unbeaten streak alive.

With a balanced roster and contributions from players at every level, the Cougars are well-positioned to make a deep postseason run. If they continue their trend of dominance, Valley View could be the team to beat this season.

 
 
 
 
 
 
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