The Lind-Ritzville/Sprague/Washtucna varsity basketball team will play a home conference game against Colfax today at 4:30 p.m. in Ritzville, WA.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Washington High School Basketball
Who: Colfax vs Lind-Ritzville/Sprague/Washtucna
When: Saturday, February 1, 2025
Time: :4:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Colfax vs Lind-Ritzville/Sprague/Washtucna

The high school basketball season has seen its fair share of memorable moments, with two teams standing out in the Washington state rankings: Colfax and Lind-Ritzville/Sprague/Washtucna (LRSW). As the season continues, it’s clear these teams are on different trajectories, with Colfax dominating the district, and LRSW fighting to find consistency. Let’s take a deeper dive into the teams’ performances this season.

Colfax: The Unstoppable Force

The Colfax Bulldogs have had an incredible season, maintaining an impressive 17-1 overall record, with a perfect 9-0 district performance. Their dominance on both offense and defense has made them a formidable team, boasting an average of 67.9 points per game while only allowing 47.8 points to their opponents.

Key Performance Metrics:

• Win %: .944 (Overall), 1.000 (District)
• Points For: 1,222
• Points Against: 825
• Scoring Averages (Per Quarter):
  • Q1: 13.0
  • Q2: 16.0
  • Q3: 20.0
  • Q4: 16.0
• Key Wins: Colfax has showcased its dominance by defeating teams such as Asotin (73-38), Liberty (67-33), and Freeman (80-65), and even topped Upper Columbia Academy twice with decisive scores (60-35 and 70-27).

Colfax’s most recent victory came in a dominant 67-42 win over LRSW on January 11, where they controlled the game from start to finish. Their offense is clicking on all cylinders, and they remain one of the most feared teams in the state.

LRSW (CO-OP): Struggling to Find Form

In contrast, the Lind-Ritzville/Sprague/Washtucna (LRSW) team has had a more difficult season. With a 6-11 overall record and a 2-8 district performance, LRSW has faced challenges on both ends of the court. Their struggles are evident, especially in their scoring. The team averages only 49.1 points per game, compared to Colfax’s 67.9.

Key Performance Metrics:

• Win %: .353 (Overall), .200 (District)
• Points For: 834
• Points Against: 1,115
• Scoring Averages: No specific breakdown is available, but their overall performance reflects the difficulty they’ve had in keeping up with higher-caliber teams.
• Recent Losses: LRSW’s most recent match against Colfax ended in a tough 67-42 loss. Other defeats this season include losses to teams like Columbia (93-36), Freeman (83-23), and Asotin (61-44).

Despite the setbacks, LRSW has shown signs of improvement, including a narrow 55-54 win over Asotin on January 25. However, they will need to find a more consistent offensive rhythm to be competitive moving forward.

Head-to-Head Performance

Looking at the head-to-head matchups, Colfax has been the dominant team in recent meetings. On January 11, they cruised to a 67-42 win over LRSW, and throughout the season, they have shown their depth and strength in various aspects of the game.

The game on January 11 highlighted the differences in these teams’ approaches: Colfax’s potent offense and solid defense overwhelmed LRSW, whose offense struggled to keep pace.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced some of the same opponents, and the results have been telling. Colfax boasts an 8-1 record against common opponents, while LRSW holds a 2-7 record. Notably, both teams faced Upper Columbia Academy, with Colfax winning both encounters (60-35 and 70-27), while LRSW managed a 54-44 victory on January 21.

Both teams also faced Freeman, and Colfax came out on top with an 80-65 victory, while LRSW lost by a significant margin, 83-23.

Looking Ahead

The remainder of the season looks promising for Colfax, with their dominant record and a chance to continue their march toward a top playoff spot. Their offensive firepower and strong defense will be key as they push toward district and state championships.

For LRSW, there is still hope for improvement. They’ll need to focus on developing consistency and capitalizing on their strengths to close out the season strong. The upcoming games will test their ability to adapt and rise to the challenge.

Conclusion

Colfax has undoubtedly been the team to beat this season in Washington high school basketball, while LRSW continues to search for answers to overcome their struggles. With their contrasting seasons, these teams are on different paths, but as always in sports, anything can happen as the season progresses.