As the 2024-25 basketball season heats up, Hereford and Canyon are set to face off in a highly anticipated district matchup. Here’s a closer look at both teams heading into their conference clash:

Team Overview

• Hereford (TX) has had a tough season so far, with an overall record of 4-8. Despite a solid 3-2 home record, their struggles on the road (0-3) and in neutral-site games (1-3) have contributed to their sub-.500 performance. However, the team has shown resilience, averaging 37.7 points per game, led by solid scoring in the first and third quarters.
• Canyon (TX) has been in great form, boasting a strong 11-3 record. Their perfect 7-0 home record speaks to their dominance on their home court, while they also hold a respectable 3-2 record on the road. Canyon has been a scoring machine this season, averaging 52.9 points per game, with their most explosive period being the fourth quarter, where they score an average of 13.5 points.

Scoring Averages

• Hereford: 10.0 points in the first quarter, 10.0 in the second, 11.0 in the third, and 4.0 in the fourth, showing a tendency to start strong but fade in the later stages.
• Canyon: 10.0 points in the first quarter, 10.8 in the second, 12.8 in the third, and 13.5 in the fourth, illustrating a team that finishes games strong.

Head-to-Head Matchup

• The Hereford (TX) varsity basketball team is set to travel to Canyon for an away conference game on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 6:00 PM. This promises to be an exciting contest, with Canyon looking to extend their dominance and Hereford seeking to pull off an upset.
• A return game between these teams is scheduled for Friday, January 17, 2025, at Hereford.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced several of the same opponents this season, with Canyon faring better overall. Hereford has a 1-5 record against common foes, while Canyon boasts a 3-1 mark. Here are some notable results:

• Farwell: Hereford lost 83-35 on November 2, while Canyon defeated Farwell 56-29 on December 3.
• Idalou: Hereford lost 59-28 on November 21, while Canyon will face Idalou on December 28.
• Clarendon: Hereford lost 55-42 on December 6, while Canyon defeated Clarendon 57-33 on November 12.
• Dumas: Hereford won 45-23 on December 10, while Canyon will face Dumas in the coming weeks.

Record Breakdown

• Hereford: 4-8 overall, 1-0 in district play. The team has struggled in non-league games (2-4) but is undefeated (1-0) in district contests.
• Canyon: 11-3 overall, 1-0 in district play. Canyon has been dominant in both non-league (7-2) and district (1-0) games, showing their strength across the board.

Upcoming Game Schedule

• Hereford: After facing Canyon on December 13, they will take on Pampa on December 20 and face off against Borger and Perryton in early January.
• Canyon: After the game with Hereford, they will have a challenging slate, facing teams like Idalou and Tascosa.

Conclusion

With Canyon riding high on a successful season and Hereford looking to rebound, the December 13 matchup promises to be a thrilling encounter. Canyon will be the favorite heading into the game, but with both teams eager to prove themselves, expect a hard-fought battle. The result could have significant implications for district standings, making this one to watch closely.