The Blue Springs South varsity basketball team (Blue Springs, MO) will host Liberty North (Liberty, MO) in a home conference game on Friday, January 24, at 7:00 PM.

Blue Springs South vs Liberty North Basketball Game Info:

What: Missouri High School Basketball
Who: Blue Springs South vs Liberty North
When: Friday, January 24, 2025
Time: 7 PM
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Game preview: Blue Springs South vs Liberty North

The Liberty North Eagles and Blue Springs South Jaguars varsity basketball teams are set to clash in an exciting conference game on Friday, January 24, at 7 PM. This matchup pits two Missouri high school teams with contrasting seasons and styles against each other, promising a thrilling contest.

Team Records and Rankings

• Liberty North (7-7)
  • Missouri Class Rank: 66
  • District Rank: 25
  • Home Record: 3-4
  • Away Record: 1-2
  • Neutral Record: 3-1
  • Points For (PF): 823
  • Points Against (PA): 771
• Blue Springs South (9-4)
  • Missouri Class Rank: 18
  • District Rank: 12
  • Home Record: 4-2
  • Away Record: 4-2
  • Neutral Record: 1-0
  • Points For (PF): 805
  • Points Against (PA): 681

Blue Springs South holds a better overall record (9-4) and a higher Missouri Class ranking than Liberty North, who sits at an even .500 on the season (7-7).

Team Scoring Averages

• Liberty North:
  • Q1: 15.3
  • Q2: 17.0
  • Q3: 19.3
  • Q4: 17.0
  • Final Average: 58.8
• Blue Springs South:
  • Q1: 16.5
  • Q2: 15.5
  • Q3: 20.0
  • Q4: 18.0
  • Final Average: 61.9

Blue Springs South averages slightly more points per game (61.9) than Liberty North (58.8). The Jaguars excel in third and fourth quarters, often using strong finishes to close out games.

Common Opponents

The teams have faced several shared opponents this season, with Blue Springs South posting a 4-3 record against these foes compared to Liberty North’s 1-5. Key matchups include:

• Park Hill South:
  • Blue Springs South won 65-56.
  • Liberty North lost 57-55.
• Raymore-Peculiar:
  • Liberty North fell 56-54.
  • Blue Springs South is set to face Raymore-Peculiar later this season.
• Staley:
  • Liberty North lost 65-50.
  • Blue Springs South lost 57-42.

Key Players to Watch

For Liberty North, capitalizing on their home-court advantage will be crucial in the rematch on February 25, 2025. Meanwhile, Blue Springs South’s consistency across home and away games could play a vital role in their ability to maintain dominance.

Head-to-Head and Game Implications

This marks the first head-to-head meeting of the season for these teams. With Liberty North hosting the rematch a month later, both squads will be looking to make a statement in this initial encounter. The Jaguars’ better record against common opponents and higher scoring average might give them the edge, but Liberty North’s solid neutral-site performances indicate they can hold their own in pressure situations.

Game Details

• Date: Friday, January 24, 2025
• Time: 7 PM
• Location: Blue Springs South High School, Blue Springs, MO

Fans should expect a competitive and fast-paced game. Will Blue Springs South’s consistent scoring and higher ranking prevail, or can Liberty North leverage their balanced attack to pull off an upset? All eyes will be on this pivotal matchup.