The Firestone High School varsity basketball team (Akron, OH) is hosting a non-conference game against Jackson High School (Massillon, OH) today at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need Basketball to know:

What: Ohio High School Basketball
Who: Firestone vs Jackson
When: Saturday, December 28, 2024,
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Be sure to catch the action and support your team

Jackson High School (24-25) vs. Firestone High School (24-25): A Comparison of Rankings, Records, and Performance

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season continues, Jackson and Firestone have had contrasting experiences on the court. Let’s take a closer look at both teams’ rankings, records, and performances, highlighting their season trends and statistical breakdowns.

Jackson High School (24-25)

Overall Record: 4-1
Conference Record: 2-0
Home Record: 1-0
Away Record: 2-1
Neutral Site Record: 1-0
Win Percentage: .800
Conference Win Percentage: 1.000
Points For (PF): 335
Points Against (PA): 287
Average Points Per Game: 67.0

Jackson has had a strong start to their season, with an impressive 4-1 overall record. Their conference play has been flawless so far, going 2-0, and they’ve proven themselves to be solid on the road as well, holding a 2-1 away record. Their offensive output is also noteworthy, with an average of 67 points per game, led by strong scoring in the latter stages of games. Jackson excels in the second half, particularly in the third and fourth quarters, where they average 15.3 and 16.7 points, respectively.

Firestone High School (24-25)

Overall Record: 0-7
Conference Record: 0-3
Home Record: 0-4
Away Record: 0-3
Win Percentage: .000
Conference Win Percentage: .000
Points For (PF): 337
Points Against (PA): 467
Average Points Per Game: 48.1

On the other hand, Firestone has faced a challenging season thus far, with a disappointing 0-7 record. Their struggles have been especially noticeable in conference play, where they remain winless at 0-3. In terms of offense, Firestone averages 48.1 points per game, well below Jackson’s 67. Despite their offensive shortcomings, Firestone has been involved in several high-scoring affairs, often falling short in the second half of games. Their inability to close out games has been a significant factor in their winless streak.

Head-to-Head Record

Both teams have yet to face off this season. Their common opponents, however, offer an interesting comparison:

• Jackson: Has not yet played their common opponent, Green, but they will meet on January 14, 2025, at Green.
• Firestone: Faced Buchtel on December 6, 2024, and lost 78-41. They will face Green at home on February 18, 2025.

This record breakdown shows Jackson’s relative strength against teams they’ve faced compared to Firestone’s struggles. Both teams will look to gain momentum from upcoming matchups.

Scoring Breakdown: Jackson vs. Firestone

When comparing the two teams’ scoring averages by quarter, the disparity is clear:

• Jackson: Their scoring is steady across all quarters, with a particularly strong finish in the second half. They average 10.3 points in the first quarter, 14.7 in the second, 15.3 in the third, and 16.7 in the fourth. Their ability to maintain or increase scoring through each quarter has been crucial to their success.
• Firestone: No specific quarter-by-quarter data is available, but their overall scoring average of 48.1 points per game is significantly lower than Jackson’s, suggesting they struggle to produce consistent offense throughout games.

Record Breakdown Summary

Jackson’s record shows a clear advantage, with a 4-1 overall mark and an undefeated conference record. Firestone, in contrast, has yet to find a win, with an 0-7 record. Jackson’s dominance in conference play (2-0) stands in stark contrast to Firestone’s 0-3 performance in their league matchups. The gap between the two teams is also evident when considering their records in home, away, and neutral-site games.

• Jackson: 4-1 overall, with a particularly strong 2-1 record on the road and a perfect 1-0 neutral-site record.
• Firestone: 0-7 overall, with no wins either at home (0-4) or on the road (0-3).

Conclusion

Jackson High School’s 2024-2025 basketball team has enjoyed a strong start to the season, showcasing balanced scoring and a perfect record in conference play. They’ve outpaced their opponents on both offense and defense, especially as games progress. Firestone, however, has faced difficulties across the board, struggling to produce offensively and unable to secure a win in any of their seven games. The upcoming matchups against common opponents will be crucial for both teams as they continue to refine their strategies for the remainder of the season.