The Windsor (VT) varsity basketball team will host Bellows Falls (VT) for a home conference game on Friday, December 27, at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Vermont High School Basketball
Who: Bellows Falls vs Windsor
When: Friday, December 27, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Bellows Falls vs Windsor

As the Vermont high school basketball season continues, two teams in the state’s basketball scene—Bellows Falls and Windsor—are facing off with contrasting records, setting the stage for an exciting rivalry. Both teams, currently sitting at 1-2 overall, have experienced their fair share of highs and lows as they work towards improving their standing in the league and district.

Team Records and Performance Breakdown

Bellows Falls (24-25 Season):

• Overall Record: 1-2
• District Record: 0-1
• Home Record: 0-1
• Away Record: 1-1
• Win Percentage: .333
• District Win Percentage: .000
• Points For (PF): 152
• Points Against (PA): 148

Bellows Falls has shown resilience with a balanced record—one win and two losses. Despite a tough start in the district, their performance on the road has been promising, with a 1-1 record away from home. The team has averaged 50.7 points per game, a solid figure that indicates offensive potential, but their ability to close out games and make necessary adjustments has been a challenge in district matchups.

Windsor (24-25 Season):

• Overall Record: 1-2
• District Record: 1-0
• Home Record: 0-2
• Away Record: 1-0
• Win Percentage: .333
• District Win Percentage: 1.000
• Points For (PF): 142
• Points Against (PA): 177

Windsor, like Bellows Falls, holds a 1-2 overall record, but their district performance has been stronger, with one win and zero losses. Windsor’s offense has averaged 47.3 points per game, but they’ve struggled defensively, allowing 177 points across three games. This discrepancy indicates that their games often turn into shootouts, and improving their defense will be key as the season progresses.

Recent Head-to-Head: Windsor Tops Bellows Falls

The most recent matchup between these two teams came on December 20, 2024, where Windsor defeated Bellows Falls by a score of 48-34. Windsor’s defense stifled Bellows Falls, keeping them to just 34 points, while Windsor managed to secure a 14-point victory. Bellows Falls will be looking to bounce back in their next encounter, which takes place on December 27, 2024, in Windsor.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced several of the same opponents during this season, which provides additional context for their performances. Bellows Falls has played Stevens, Green Mountain, and Woodstock, while Windsor has faced some of these teams as well, including Woodstock and Springfield. Windsor has struggled against tough opponents like Woodstock, losing 84-39 to them in a lopsided game. Meanwhile, Bellows Falls is still seeking a win against some of these rivals, notably with their upcoming games against Otter Valley and Green Mountain.

Scoring Averages and Strategies

Bellows Falls has not posted detailed scoring information per quarter, but they have an average of 50.7 points per game, suggesting a balanced scoring attack. On the other hand, Windsor’s scoring breakdown per quarter is more defined: 18.0 points in the first quarter, followed by 12.0, 12.0, and 13.0 in the subsequent quarters, totaling 47.3 points per game. The key for Windsor’s success will likely rely on improving their consistency in the second half, where they have seen slight dips in their scoring output.

Looking Ahead

The rivalry between Bellows Falls and Windsor promises to be a thrilling one this season, especially as both teams look to make strides in the league. Bellows Falls will seek revenge in their upcoming game in Windsor on December 27, 2024, while Windsor will aim to maintain their recent success against Bellows Falls in their home court.

Both teams will also face several common opponents as the season progresses, including Otter Valley, Woodstock, and Fair Haven, and how they perform against these teams will shape the narrative for their respective seasons. The games between these teams are not just about wins and losses, but about proving which squad has the potential to compete for district and league honors as the season heats up.

Fans should look forward to more exciting matchups, and with both teams in search of consistency, the rivalry between Bellows Falls and Windsor will surely be one to watch in Vermont high school basketball this season.