The Fort Sumner/House (Fort Sumner, NM) varsity basketball team is scheduled to play a neutral tournament game against Tularosa (NM) today at 5:00 PM.
Matchup Details
- Teams: Tularosa vs. Fort Sumner/House (CO-OP)
- Event: Santa Rosa Tournament
- Date and Time: Friday, January 17, 2025, at 5:00 PM
- Live stream: Watch Here
Tularosa vs. Fort Sumner/House: A Statistical Matchup for the 2024-25 Season
As the 2024-25 basketball season unfolds, Tularosa and Fort Sumner/House emerge as two teams showcasing remarkable performances. Both teams have proven their mettle, but their contrasting styles and records provide a compelling narrative for fans and analysts alike. Below, we break down their rankings, records, scoring averages, and performances against common opponents to see how they stack up.
Season Rankings and Records
Tularosa Wildcats
- State Rank (NM): 33
- Class Rank: 6
- Overall Record: 11-3
- Home Record: 5-1
- Away Record: 5-2
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Win Percentage: .786
- Points For (PF): 801
- Points Against (PA): 724
Fort Sumner/House Foxes
- State Rank (NM): 21
- Class Rank: 2
- Overall Record: 13-1
- Home Record: 6-0
- Away Record: 2-1
- Neutral Record: 5-0
- Win Percentage: .929
- Points For (PF): 1,042
- Points Against (PA): 536
While both teams boast impressive records, Fort Sumner/House holds the edge with a higher win percentage (.929 vs. .786) and a significantly larger points-for margin (1,042 vs. 801).
Scoring Averages
Tularosa Wildcats
- Q1: 13.7
- Q2: 10.7
- Q3: 6.7
- Q4: 14.7
- Final Average: 57.2
Fort Sumner/House Foxes
- Q1: 21.4
- Q2: 20.1
- Q3: 16.8
- Q4: 17.0
- Final Average: 74.4
Fort Sumner/House has consistently dominated games early, averaging over 20 points in both the first and second quarters. Tularosa, while competitive, has struggled with slower third quarters, averaging just 6.7 points. This disparity suggests Fort Sumner/House’s ability to build and maintain leads across all four quarters.
Performance Against Common Opponents
Both teams have faced several common opponents this season, with Fort Sumner/House holding a flawless 5-0 record compared to Tularosa’s 4-2. Notably:
- Against Cobre, Tularosa secured a narrow 55-52 win, while Fort Sumner/House edged them out 62-60.
- When playing Silver, Tularosa lost a close game (58-60), whereas Fort Sumner/House cruised to a dominant 71-27 victory.
- Both teams achieved comfortable wins against Mescalero Apache (Tularosa: 66-33, Fort Sumner/House: 70-32) and Hot Springs (Tularosa: 54-47, Fort Sumner/House: 62-24).
This comparison underscores Fort Sumner/House’s ability to decisively win against mutual competitors.
Key Takeaways
- Fort Sumner/House’s Offensive Dominance: Averaging 74.4 points per game, they outpace Tularosa by over 17 points per contest. Their balanced scoring across all quarters makes them formidable.
- Tularosa’s Resilience: Despite trailing statistically, Tularosa’s strong win percentage (.786) and close games against tough opponents highlight their tenacity.
- Head-to-Head Potential: Though the teams haven’t faced each other this season, their performances against common opponents and scoring averages suggest Fort Sumner/House would enter as favorites. However, Tularosa’s ability to adapt and stay competitive in tight games could make an upset possible.
As the season progresses, fans of both teams will eagerly anticipate a potential clash. Fort Sumner/House’s high-powered offense and Tularosa’s resilience promise an exciting matchup should their paths cross in the playoffs.
