The A-D-M varsity basketball team from Adel, IA, will host a non-conference home game against Clear Lake, IA, on Friday, January 3, at 8:30 PM.
A-D-M vs Clear Lake Game Info:
What: Iowa High School Basketball
Who: A-D-M (IA) vs Clear Lake (IA)
When: Friday, January 3, 2025
Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: A-D-M vs Clear Lake
As the 2024-25 season unfolds, two standout teams from Iowa, Clear Lake and A-D-M, have emerged with impressive performances. This article breaks down their rankings, records, scoring averages, and other key metrics to offer a comprehensive comparison of these competitive teams.
Rankings and Records
Clear Lake:
- IA Class Rank: 4
- Overall Record: 6-0
- Conference Record: 2-0
- Home Record: 2-0
- Away Record: 2-0
- Neutral Record: 2-0
- Winning Percentage: 1.000 (100%)
- Conference Winning Percentage: 1.000 (100%)
- Points For (PF): 416
- Points Against (PA): 294
A-D-M:
- IA Class Rank: 16
- Overall Record: 5-1
- Conference Record: 4-1
- Home Record: 3-1
- Away Record: 2-0
- Winning Percentage: 0.833 (83.3%)
- Conference Winning Percentage: 0.800 (80%)
- Points For (PF): 432
- Points Against (PA): 331
Team Scoring Averages
Clear Lake has displayed a balanced scoring approach, with consistent contributions across all quarters:
- Q1: 10.5 points
- Q2: 17.0 points
- Q3: 22.5 points
- Q4: 13.0 points
- Final Average: 69.3 points per game
A-D-M boasts a higher overall scoring average, although quarter-specific breakdowns are unavailable:
- Final Average: 72.0 points per game
Record Breakdown
| Category | Clear Lake (24-25) | A-D-M (24-25) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | 6-0 | 5-1 |
| League | 2-0 | 4-1 |
| Non-League | 4-0 | 1-0 |
| Head-to-Head | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Common Opponent | 0-0 | 2-0 |
| Home | 2-0 | 3-1 |
| Away | 2-0 | 2-0 |
| Neutral | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Playoff | 0-0 | 5-0 |
| In-State | 6-0 | 5-1 |
| Out-of-State | 0-0 | 0-0 |
Analysis
Both Clear Lake and A-D-M have demonstrated dominance in their respective conferences. Clear Lake remains unbeaten with a perfect 6-0 record, while A-D-M has a strong 5-1 record, with their only loss coming in conference play.
Clear Lake Strengths:
- Perfect record across all game settings (home, away, and neutral)
- Balanced scoring across all quarters
- Impressive defense with only 294 points allowed
A-D-M Strengths:
- High-scoring offense, averaging 72.0 points per game
- Solid performance in both home and away games
- Significant playoff experience with a 5-0 playoff record
Conclusion
While Clear Lake holds the edge in overall record and defensive performance, A-D-M’s offensive firepower and playoff experience make them a formidable contender. Both teams are poised for deep postseason runs, and a potential head-to-head matchup could be one of the most anticipated games of the season.
Fans and analysts alike should keep a close eye on these teams as the season progresses. Their contrasting strengths promise exciting basketball and the potential for thrilling encounters in conference and playoff action.
