The Royal City (WA) varsity basketball team will host a conference game against Cashmere (WA) on Friday, January 31, at 7:15 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Washington High School Basketball
Who: Cashmere vs Royal City
When: Friday, January 31, 2025
Time: 7:15. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Cashmere vs Royal City

The 2024-2025 high school basketball season in Washington has been an exciting one, particularly in the competitive matchups between Cashmere and Royal. As both teams push toward the playoffs, their rankings, records, and recent performances showcase their strengths and potential moving forward.

Season Overview

Cashmere has put together an impressive season with a 14-4 overall record and a 10-3 standing in their district. Their home record stands at 8-3, while they have also performed well on the road with a 6-1 record. The Bulldogs have maintained a strong scoring presence, averaging 67.3 points per game, with consistent offensive production across all four quarters.

Royal, on the other hand, has been dominant throughout the season, boasting an impressive 17-1 overall record and a 10-1 district record. They have remained unbeaten at home (8-0) and have also excelled on the road (7-1). Their offensive firepower has been a major factor in their success, averaging 74.6 points per game, including a standout 21.2-point average in the fourth quarter alone.

Head-to-Head Matchup

The most recent meeting between these two teams took place on December 21, where Royal secured a commanding 89-51 victory over Cashmere. This game highlighted Royal’s offensive superiority and defensive strength, cementing their place as one of the top teams in the state.

Scoring Analysis

A closer look at the scoring averages reveals interesting insights into the teams’ playing styles. Cashmere has demonstrated a balanced attack across quarters, while Royal’s ability to close games strong, with a dominant fourth-quarter performance, has been a crucial factor in their success. Additionally, Royal has excelled in overtime play, averaging 6.5 points per overtime period.

Common Opponent Performance

Both teams have faced several common opponents throughout the season, providing a useful comparison of their relative strengths:

• Against Zillah, Cashmere suffered two losses (76-69 and 82-57), while Royal split their matchups (winning 75-59 but losing 86-78).
• Both teams dominated Connell, with Cashmere winning 66-28 and 60-55, and Royal securing decisive victories of 78-39 and 83-40.
• When facing College Place, Cashmere secured two wins (58-51 and 77-37), while Royal dominated with a 68-26 win, with one game still to be played.
• Similar trends are observed against other common opponents, with Royal typically securing larger margins of victory.

Looking Ahead

The next crucial matchup between Cashmere and Royal is set for January 31 at 7:15 PM, where Cashmere will be looking for redemption on Royal’s home court. Given the past results, Cashmere will need to adjust their defensive approach and find ways to contain Royal’s explosive offense, especially in the final quarters.

With both teams eyeing deep playoff runs, this upcoming game will serve as a key test of their postseason readiness. Will Royal continue their dominance, or will Cashmere rise to the challenge and pull off an upset?

One thing is for certain: Washington high school basketball fans are in for another thrilling showdown!