The Dugway High School varsity basketball team will host a tournament game against Intermountain Christian School (Salt Lake City, UT) on Friday, December 6, 2024, at 7:00 PM.

Matchup Details Basketball:

What: Utah, High School Basketball
Who: Dugway vs Intermountain Christian
When: Friday, December 06, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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Intermountain Christian vs. Dugway: A Tale of Struggling Teams Seeking Redemption

As the 2024-25 basketball season unfolds, both Intermountain Christian and Dugway High School are striving to find their rhythm. While the early season records don’t favor either team, a deeper dive into the numbers reveals key insights and potential areas for growth.

Current Records and Standings

• Intermountain Christian (0-3 overall, 0-1 home, 0-2 away): Win percentage: 0.000, Points For (PF): 120, Points Against (PA): 191
• Dugway (0-1 overall, 0-0 home, 0-1 away): Win percentage: 0.000, Points For (PF): 29, Points Against (PA): 59

Both teams are winless so far, with Intermountain Christian playing three games compared to Dugway’s single outing. The defensive struggles are evident, as both teams have allowed significantly more points than they have scored.

Scoring Averages by Quarter

Intermountain Christian’s scoring distribution shows a slow start in early quarters but a stronger finish:

• Q1: 9.3 points
• Q2: 7.7 points
• Q3: 7.3 points
• Q4: 15.7 points
• Final: 40.0 points per game

Dugway’s only game so far yielded 29 total points, indicating room for offensive improvement.

Team Stat Comparison

• Points Per Game: Intermountain Christian leads with 34.7 compared to Dugway’s 29.0
• Rebounds Per Game: Intermountain Christian averages 19.0; Dugway’s stats are unavailable.
• Assists, Steals, and Blocks: Intermountain Christian has moderate production in these areas, led by key contributors like Noah Hillaker and Jackson Smith.

Player Highlights

• Noah Hillaker (#3, Intermountain Christian):
  • 15.7 points per game
  • 5.7 rebounds per game
  • 1.0 blocks per game

Hillaker is the clear offensive leader for Intermountain Christian, showcasing consistency in scoring and defense.

• Vincent Pace (#25, Dugway):
  • 11.0 points per game

Pace is Dugway’s standout player, but Dugway will need more contributors to improve their competitiveness.

Upcoming Matchups and Opportunities

Both teams face common opponents such as Mount Vernon and Merit Preparatory Academy, which will provide a good measuring stick for improvement. Intermountain Christian will play Mount Vernon on December 16, while Dugway faces them on January 22, 2025.

Keys to Improvement

1. Defense: Both teams need to focus on reducing the high number of points allowed.
2. Consistent Scoring: Intermountain Christian’s strong fourth quarters suggest potential, but earlier consistency is necessary. Dugway must improve offensive production overall.
3. Team Contributions: While star players like Hillaker and Pace are crucial, supporting players need to step up.

Conclusion

Though both teams are off to a rocky start, the season is still young. Intermountain Christian and Dugway can turn things around with improved defense and consistent offensive execution. Fans will be watching to see how these teams respond in the coming weeks.