The Douglas High School varsity basketball team (Box Elder, SD) will play a home conference game against Brandon Valley High School (Brandon, SD) today at 2:30 p.m.

Matchup Details
BVHS vs Douglas Basketball Game
Date: Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025
Time: 2:30 p.m.
Location: Douglas High School

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Brandon Valley vs. Douglas: A Midseason Breakdown (24-25 Season)

As we approach the halfway mark of the 2024-2025 basketball season, let’s take a closer look at two teams in South Dakota’s Class 21A basketball landscape: Brandon Valley and Douglas. Both teams have had contrasting results in the early part of the season, and their performance records highlight different paths to this point.

Team Overview: Brandon Valley (24-25)

Brandon Valley, with a solid 6-1 overall record and a 5-1 mark in regional play, has proven to be one of the most dominant teams in Class 21A. Their impressive 0.857 win percentage and 0.833 region percentage reflect their strong presence, particularly at home, where they are 1-1, and on the road, with a perfect 4-0 record. The team’s offense has been consistent, putting up 387 points while allowing 296, giving them an average of 55.3 points per game.

Key to Brandon Valley’s success has been their ability to perform under various circumstances. Whether at home, on the road, or at neutral venues, their adaptability has been critical to their stellar performance. Their upcoming matchups, especially against teams like Pierre T.F. Riggs and Yankton, will be telling in how they continue their journey.

Douglas (24-25): A Struggle for Consistency

On the other hand, Douglas has faced a rougher start to their season. With a 3-5 overall record and a 1-3 region record, they find themselves struggling to keep pace. Despite having a modest .375 win percentage, the team has shown glimpses of resilience. However, their offense has been a challenge, scoring just 44.6 points per game, and they’ve allowed 436 points.

Douglas has seen a mixed bag of results, especially in head-to-head matchups. They’ve lost all three games against common opponents shared with Brandon Valley, including recent defeats against Harrisburg and Stevens, two games that showcased their vulnerability. To reverse their fortunes, Douglas will need to tighten up defensively and find ways to consistently score.

Scoring and Statistical Comparisons

A deeper dive into the scoring averages reveals the disparities between the two teams. While Brandon Valley has averaged 55.3 points per game, Douglas has managed only 44.6, with their scoring spread relatively evenly across quarters (6.0 in Q1, 12.0 in Q2, 11.0 in Q3, and 12.0 in Q4). In comparison, Brandon Valley’s offense has more balance, producing more throughout the game, which has undoubtedly contributed to their superior win percentage.

Common Opponents: The Key to Future Success

The head-to-head records against common opponents show a clear distinction between the two teams. Brandon Valley has been perfect against the shared teams, boasting a 2-0 record. Douglas, however, has struggled and is winless (0-3) in those matchups. These results may be indicative of the challenges Douglas faces as they continue to search for their rhythm.

The upcoming matchups for both teams will be crucial in shaping their standings for the remainder of the season. Brandon Valley’s performance against teams like Brookings and Spearfish shows they are capable of dominating weaker teams, while Douglas will need to step up in their matchups to avoid another rough stretch of losses.

Record Breakdown: A Closer Look

Here is a breakdown of each team’s performance across different categories:

Brandon Valley:

• Overall: 6-1
• Region: 5-1
• Non-League: 1-0
• Home: 1-1
• Away: 4-0
• Neutral: 1-0
• In-State: 5-1
• Out-of-State: 1-0

Douglas:

• Overall: 3-5
• Region: 1-3
• Non-League: 2-2
• Home: 1-2
• Away: 2-2
• Neutral: 0-1
• In-State: 2-4
• Out-of-State: 1-1

As evident in these stats, Brandon Valley has excelled at home and on the road, while Douglas has struggled, particularly in regional play and against stronger opponents.

Conclusion

The 2024-2025 basketball season has been an interesting one for both Brandon Valley and Douglas, with the former showing dominance and the latter in search of consistency. As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Brandon Valley to see if they can maintain their stellar play, while Douglas will need to adjust their strategies to overcome their recent setbacks. The common opponent matchups, upcoming games, and overall team performances will be key in determining whether Douglas can turn their season around or if Brandon Valley will continue to surge ahead as a powerhouse in the region.