The Glacier Peak varsity basketball team (Snohomish, WA) will host a conference game against Jackson (Mill Creek, WA) on Friday, January 31, at 6:30 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Washington High School Basketball
Who: Jackson vs Glacier Peak
When: Friday, January 31, 2025
Time: :6:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: ackson vs Glacier Peak
The Washington high school basketball season is heating up, and two teams, Jackson and Glacier Peak, are emerging as strong contenders in their district. Both teams have delivered impressive performances, setting up an exciting rivalry. Here’s a look at how they compare so far this season.
Team Performance and Standings
Jackson Timberwolves (24-25 Season)
- Overall Record: 10-7
- District Record: 6-3
- Home Record: 6-3
- Away Record: 3-3
- Neutral Record: 1-1
- Winning Percentage: .588
- District Winning Percentage: .667
- Total Points Scored: 945
- Total Points Allowed: 936
Jackson has maintained a competitive season with a solid home-court presence, although their performance on the road has been more balanced. Their district record of 6-3 shows they are a tough competitor, but they will need to step up their game against top-ranked teams.
Glacier Peak Grizzlies (24-25 Season)
- Overall Record: 15-2
- District Record: 9-0
- Home Record: 6-0
- Away Record: 7-2
- Neutral Record: 2-0
- Winning Percentage: .882
- District Winning Percentage: 1.000
- Total Points Scored: 1,084
- Total Points Allowed: 749
Glacier Peak is dominating the competition this season, boasting an unbeaten district record and a near-perfect overall performance. With a commanding defense allowing only 749 points and an offense averaging over 63 points per game, the Grizzlies are proving to be the team to beat.
Head-to-Head Matchup
In their latest matchup on January 3rd, Glacier Peak edged out Jackson with a 57-50 victory in an away conference game. This result highlights the close competition between the two teams, though Glacier Peak’s ability to close out games gives them an upper hand.
Scoring Averages
| Quarter | Jackson | Glacier Peak |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 11.0 | 10.5 |
| Q2 | 9.0 | 21.5 |
| Q3 | 2.0 | 20.5 |
| Q4 | 14.0 | 15.5 |
| Final Avg. | 55.6 | 63.8 |
Jackson starts and finishes strong but struggles in the middle quarters, whereas Glacier Peak gains momentum in the second and third quarters, which has been crucial to their success.
Common Opponent Comparison
Both teams have faced similar opponents, but Glacier Peak has remained undefeated against them while Jackson has suffered a couple of losses.
Notably:
- Jackson fell to Arlington twice, while Glacier Peak defeated Arlington in both meetings.
- Jackson defeated Mariner in both matchups but with closer scores compared to Glacier Peak’s dominant win.
- Glacier Peak showcased their dominance over teams like Cascade and Kamiak with significant margins of victory.
Upcoming Game Preview
The next big showdown between these two powerhouses is set for Friday, January 31st, at 6:30 PM, where Jackson will travel to Glacier Peak for a critical conference rematch. With Glacier Peak holding home-court advantage and an undefeated district record, Jackson will need to bring their A-game to challenge the league leaders.
Final Thoughts
While both teams have shown remarkable skill this season, Glacier Peak has the upper hand with a more consistent and dominant performance. However, Jackson has the potential to pull off an upset if they can control the game tempo and improve their second-half performance. This upcoming matchup will be a true test of Jackson’s resilience and Glacier Peak’s ability to maintain their dominance. Basketball fans should keep their eyes on this highly anticipated game as it could shape the district standings heading into the postseason.
