The Arlington (SD) varsity basketball team is set to host Elkton/Lake Benton (Elkton, SD) for a non-conference game today at 7:30 PM.

Game Details:

• Matchup: Elkton/Lake Benton (CO-OP) vs. Arlington
• Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025
• Time: 7:30 PM
• Location: Arlington High School Gymnasium
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Basketball Showdown: Elkton/Lake Benton vs. Arlington

As the basketball season heats up, fans of South Dakota high school basketball are gearing up for an exciting matchup between the Elkton/Lake Benton (ELB) and Arlington teams. The upcoming non-conference game, set for January 17, promises to be a thrilling encounter as Elkton/Lake Benton heads to Arlington to face off at 7:30 PM.

Team Overview

Elkton/Lake Benton (5-2, 1-0 Region) The Elkton/Lake Benton team enters the game with a solid 5-2 record. Their impressive performance has seen them rack up victories both at home and on the road. ELB has scored an average of 57.7 points per game, showing off their offensive strength. Despite a recent loss to St. Mary (61-41) on January 14, the team remains a formidable force in the region with a perfect 1.000 region record.

Arlington (1-6, 1-2 Region) On the other side, Arlington is struggling this season with a 1-6 overall record and a 1-2 region standing. The team’s offensive production averages at 42.7 points per game, significantly lower than Elkton/Lake Benton’s. Arlington is coming off a tough stretch of games, including a loss to Deuel on January 14 (70-32) and a heavy defeat to Castlewood on December 31 (72-32). However, Arlington will be eager to turn things around on their home court and secure their second win of the season.

Recent Head-to-Head Record

When it comes to common opponents, Elkton/Lake Benton holds a significant advantage. The team has posted a 3-2 record against shared adversaries, while Arlington has struggled with a 1-5 mark. Notable results include ELB’s victories over teams such as Waverly/South Shore (78-55) and Florence/Henry (60-57), compared to Arlington’s losses to those same teams. One of Arlington’s few successes came against Oldham-Ramona/Rutland, where they won 57-50 on December 30.

Key Matchups

The key to success for both teams will lie in their ability to execute under pressure. For Elkton/Lake Benton, their higher-scoring offense and recent victories make them the favorites, but Arlington will be hoping to draw energy from their home crowd and look to capitalize on any potential weaknesses in ELB’s defense. With the game approaching, it will be fascinating to see if Arlington can put together a strong performance and turn their season around.

Looking Ahead

This game is particularly crucial for both teams as they head into the latter half of their season. Elkton/Lake Benton will be aiming to extend their strong record and maintain their position in the region standings. On the flip side, Arlington will be desperate to secure a win and build momentum for the rest of their season.

Common Opponents Breakdown

Both teams have faced a number of common opponents this season, and these results help provide a clearer picture of how they stack up. Elkton/Lake Benton has faced teams like Iroquois/Lake Preston, Waverly/South Shore, and Florence/Henry with varied success, while Arlington has been on the losing side in most of these contests.

Key Common Opponent Results:

• Castlewood: Elkton/Lake Benton lost to Castlewood (59-40) while Arlington also lost to them (72-32).
• Florence/Henry: ELB secured a win (60-57), while Arlington lost to them (70-32).
• Deuel: ELB will face Deuel on January 28, while Arlington recently fell to them (70-32).

Conclusion

With both teams coming off recent challenges, the game between Elkton/Lake Benton and Arlington is shaping up to be an exciting matchup. Elkton/Lake Benton will be looking to maintain their momentum and further distance themselves from the competition, while Arlington will be looking to turn their fortunes around and secure a much-needed victory. As always, anything can happen in high school basketball, and fans will surely be in for an entertaining game on January 17.