The Fairland High School (Proctorville, OH) varsity basketball team will play a neutral non-conference game against Russell (KY) today at 5:45 PM.

Here’s what you need to Basketball know:

What: Ohio High School Basketball
Who: Fairland vs Russell
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 5:45. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Team Breakdown: Russell (KY) vs. Fairland (OH)

The 2024-2025 basketball season has seen some impressive performances from both Russell High School in Kentucky and Fairland High School in Ohio. With distinct playing styles and records, both teams are carving out reputations for themselves on the court. Let’s take a closer look at their current standings, statistics, and team dynamics as they head further into the season.

Team Records and Rankings

Russell High School (KY)

• Overall Record: 3-2
• Home Record: 2-1
• Away Record: 1-0
• Neutral Site Record: 0-1
• Winning Percentage: .600
• Points For: 307
• Points Against: 292

Russell has had a strong start to the season with a winning record. Despite a tough loss at a neutral site, they’ve performed well both at home and on the road, keeping their win percentage respectable at .600. The team has put up an average of 61.4 points per game, indicating a balanced offensive approach.

Fairland High School (OH)

• Overall Record: 5-0
• Conference Record: 3-0
• Home Record: 0-0
• Away Record: 4-0
• Neutral Site Record: 1-0
• Winning Percentage: 1.000
• Conference Winning Percentage: 1.000
• Points For: 266
• Points Against: 184

Fairland is having a perfect season so far with a flawless 5-0 record. Their undefeated streak has been bolstered by a strong performance in away games (4-0) and a successful neutral-site game. With an average of 53.2 points per game, they have been effective at both ends of the court, especially in the first half of games where they have outscored their opponents.

Team Scoring Averages and Breakdown

When comparing the two teams’ scoring, Russell has a slight edge in total points per game, averaging 67.5, though they have struggled to maintain consistent scoring throughout the game. Fairland, on the other hand, tends to excel early, with 16.0 points in the first quarter and 17.0 in the second, but their scoring slows down in the latter halves of games, with just 9.0 points in the third quarter and 6.0 in the fourth.

Key Players and Stat Leaders

Russell

• Caleb Rimmer (17.8 PPG): A key offensive weapon for the team, Rimmer’s scoring ability has been critical in their strong start to the season.
• Tyler Cordial (8.8 RPG): Cordial leads the team in rebounds, providing the necessary support under the boards to help secure possession.

Fairland
While specific player statistics for Fairland are not listed, they continue to show a well-balanced team effort, with solid performances across the board.

Common Opponents and Head-to-Head Comparison

Both teams have faced a common opponent in Dawson-Bryant, though their results differ. Russell will face Dawson-Bryant on February 8, 2025, while Fairland already defeated them 62-39 on December 9, 2024. Fairland has the early advantage in this matchup, though both teams will be looking to build on their respective results in future contests.

Record Breakdown: Home, Away, and Neutral Sites

Russell

• Home Record: 2-1
• Away Record: 1-0
• Neutral Record: 0-1

Russell has shown promise at home and on the road, with a particularly strong away record, but they have yet to win at a neutral site, which could be an area of focus moving forward.

Fairland

• Home Record: 0-0
• Away Record: 4-0
• Neutral Record: 1-0

Fairland has been dominant in away games, maintaining a perfect record in these matches, including a solid neutral-site win.

Looking Ahead

Both Russell and Fairland are shaping up to be strong contenders in their respective regions. While Russell has a solid offensive game led by Caleb Rimmer, Fairland’s undefeated record and strong early-game performance position them as a force to be reckoned with. As the season progresses, matchups between these two teams could become highly anticipated, especially if they continue to build on their early successes. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how these two teams fare in future games, especially in their encounters with common opponents and during head-to-head matchups.