The Bingham varsity basketball team (South Jordan, UT) will play a home conference game against Copper Hills (West Jordan, UT) on Friday, January 17 at 7:00 PM.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Utah High School Basketball
Who: Copper Hills vs Bingham
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Copper Hills vs Bingham
The Utah high school basketball season is heating up, and one of the most anticipated matchups is set to take place between Copper Hills and Bingham. Both teams have been performing well this season, setting the stage for an exciting game in their upcoming conference clash.
Team Overview
Copper Hills (West Jordan, UT) is currently 9-5 overall and 0-1 in region play. Despite a solid record, they are yet to notch a win in their region and will be looking to change that in their upcoming games. Copper Hills has demonstrated offensive strength, averaging 64.9 points per game. The team has a balanced scoring attack, led by Isaiah Reiser (17.3 PPG), and solid playmaking from Jacob Curtis (5.4 APG). However, the team will need to improve their defense, as they have allowed 875 points, with an average of 61.7 points per game to their opponents.
Bingham (South Jordan, UT), on the other hand, has a more impressive 11-3 record and a perfect 1-0 in region play. With a strong win percentage of .786, Bingham’s success is attributed to their offensive efficiency, putting up 67.2 points per game. Luke West (18.7 PPG) leads the team in scoring and is also a key contributor in assists (3.4 APG). Defensively, Bingham has been solid, allowing 824 points for an average of 57.7 points per game.
Head-to-Head Comparison
The next game between these two teams will be an exciting showdown on January 17, when Copper Hills travels to Bingham for a 7 p.m. tip-off. Bingham will be looking to extend their winning streak, having won 3 out of 4 games against common opponents, while Copper Hills has struggled, with just one win in their four matchups. The two teams will also meet again on February 7 at Copper Hills, where the stakes will be even higher as both teams aim to improve their standings.
In their respective team stat comparisons, Copper Hills edges out Bingham in rebounds, averaging 22.9 per game compared to Bingham’s 26.4, but Bingham leads in assists (14.8 vs. 12.4), steals (9.8 vs. 6.7), and points per game (67.2 vs. 64.9). This balance of strengths will make for a hard-fought game.
Key Players
Copper Hills’ offensive output is largely driven by Isaiah Reiser, who leads the team with 17.3 points per game, and Jacob Curtis, who adds 4.3 rebounds and 5.4 assists per game. For Bingham, Luke West is the top scorer, averaging 18.7 points per game, and he also contributes 3.4 assists and 2.4 steals per game. Parker Snedaker also adds depth for Bingham, averaging 4.8 rebounds per game, providing a well-rounded force on both ends of the floor.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced some of the same opponents this season, but with differing results. Bingham holds a 3-0 record against common opponents, while Copper Hills is 1-3. Notable results include Bingham’s 82-32 victory over West Jordan (compared to Copper Hills’ 73-54 win) and Bingham’s narrow 73-72 win over Davis, while Copper Hills suffered a significant 85-46 defeat to Davis. These matchups highlight Bingham’s overall consistency against tough competition.
Looking Ahead
With the game on January 17 quickly approaching, fans can expect a thrilling contest. Bingham will aim to continue their strong start to region play and defend their home court, while Copper Hills will be eager to shake off their recent struggles and take control of their region standing.
The February 7th game at Copper Hills will give both teams a chance to adjust and recalibrate their strategies, so there’s no telling how the season will unfold. One thing is for sure: Utah high school basketball fans are in for a treat as Copper Hills and Bingham clash in what promises to be a competitive and high-energy rivalry.
