The Cedar Falls (IA) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against Waterloo West (Waterloo, IA) on Friday, January 31, at 7:30 PM.
Cedar Falls vs Waterloo West Game Info:
What: Iowa High School Basketball
Who: Cedar Falls (IA) vs Waterloo West (IA)
When: Friday, January 31, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Where: Cedar Falls High School
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Cedar Falls vs Waterloo West
The 2024-25 high school basketball season in Iowa has seen two formidable teams, Cedar Falls and Waterloo West, battle it out on the court. With Cedar Falls boasting an impressive 12-2 record and Waterloo West maintaining a solid 9-5 standing, both teams have proven their strength this season.
Team Performance Overview
Waterloo West Wahawks
- Overall Record: 9-5
- Conference Record: 4-4
- Home Record: 3-3
- Away Record: 5-2
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Win Percentage: .643
- Total Points For (PF): 861
- Total Points Against (PA): 818
Waterloo West has demonstrated a competitive edge throughout the season, especially in non-league play with a 5-1 record. However, their 4-4 conference standing shows room for improvement as they prepare for upcoming challenges.
Cedar Falls Tigers
- Overall Record: 12-2
- Home Record: 7-0
- Away Record: 5-2
- Win Percentage: .857
- Total Points For (PF): 954
- Total Points Against (PA): 657
Cedar Falls has displayed dominance this season with an undefeated 7-0 record at home. Their overall record of 12-2 highlights their consistency and ability to perform in high-pressure situations.
Scoring Averages
Waterloo West:
- Q1: 21.0
- Q2: 14.0
- Q3: 12.5
- Q4: 19.0
- Final: 61.5
Cedar Falls:
- Q1: 21.0
- Q2: 17.7
- Q3: 14.0
- Q4: 11.7
- OT: 5.0
- Final: 68.1
Both teams start strong in the first quarter, but Cedar Falls has maintained better consistency in the second and third quarters, contributing to their higher average final score.
Head-to-Head Matchup
Cedar Falls and Waterloo West met earlier this month, where Cedar Falls secured a commanding 79-54 victory over Waterloo West in an away game. This showcased Cedar Falls’ superior scoring ability and defensive strength.
Common Opponents Breakdown
Both teams have faced several common opponents, with Cedar Falls holding a better record at 8-2 compared to Waterloo West’s 5-4. Notable results include:
- Waterloo East: Both teams won against Waterloo East, but Cedar Falls had a more decisive victory (64-24 vs. 49-36).
- Iowa City: Cedar Falls defeated Iowa City 78-34, while Waterloo West had a closer contest but still secured a 78-73 win.
- Prairie: Both teams lost to Prairie, but Cedar Falls had a tighter contest (71-70) than Waterloo West’s losses (52-44, 58-49).
Upcoming Matchup Preview
Waterloo West will have an opportunity to redeem themselves as they travel to Cedar Falls for a highly anticipated rematch on Friday, January 31, at 7:30 PM. With Cedar Falls boasting an undefeated home record, Waterloo West will need to bring their best performance to pull off an upset.
Conclusion
Cedar Falls has established itself as the stronger team this season with a higher win percentage, superior scoring consistency, and a dominant head-to-head victory. However, Waterloo West has shown resilience and has the potential to make necessary adjustments for the upcoming rematch. Basketball fans can expect another intense battle as these two teams face off once again.
