The Garfield-Palouse varsity basketball team (Palouse, WA) will host Colton (WA) for a home conference game today at 7:30 PM.

Here’s what you need to know Basketball:

What: Washington, High School Basketball
Who: Garfield-Palouse vs Colton
When: Friday, December 06, 2024
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
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Colton vs. Garfield-Palouse: A Look Ahead to the 2024-2025 Basketball Season

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season gets underway, the Colton and Garfield-Palouse varsity teams are both eager to make their mark. After the opening games, both teams currently find themselves at 0-1 in their overall records, with each hoping to bounce back in the upcoming matchups.

Season Overview: Colton (0-1)

Colton’s early season has been challenging, with their first game resulting in a close loss. The team has yet to play a game on their home court, with their opening match occurring on the road. Despite scoring 45 points, they fell short in their season opener, losing with a final score of 45-51. With the majority of their early games against tough opponents, including Oakesdale and Rosalia, Colton will look to rebound and improve as the season progresses.

Season Overview: Garfield-Palouse (0-1)

Garfield-Palouse also enters the season with a 0-1 record. Like Colton, the team suffered a loss in their season opener, falling 51-75 in an away game. With only one home game thus far, they have yet to secure a victory on the road, and the team will face several tough challenges in the weeks ahead. Their upcoming matchups, including games against St. John-Endicott, Asotin, and Pomeroy, will provide ample opportunity to turn things around and build momentum.

Head-to-Head Matchups:

• Today’s Game (12/6/24): Colton will travel to Palouse, Washington, to face Garfield-Palouse for a conference matchup. The game is scheduled to tip off at 7:30 p.m. Both teams will be looking to secure their first win of the season. With both teams having similar early-season struggles, this game is critical for setting the tone for their respective campaigns.
• Return Match (1/4/25): A month from now, the two teams will meet again, but this time on Colton’s home court. The game is set for 5:30 p.m. and will offer an opportunity for either team to exact revenge or further distance themselves in the league standings.

Scoring Averages:

As the teams prepare for their next matchups, it is worth noting their current scoring averages. Colton is averaging 45 points per game, while Garfield-Palouse is slightly ahead with 51 points per game. Although these early numbers don’t fully reflect their potential, it is clear that both teams will need to ramp up their offense to stay competitive as the season progresses.

Common Opponents:

Both teams face a similar slate of opponents in the coming weeks, including matches against Rosalia, Oakesdale, Dayton, and Pomeroy. These games will be key in measuring how each team adapts and improves as they face common competition. For example, both Colton and Garfield-Palouse will play Rosalia on different dates in December, providing an early opportunity to assess their relative strengths against a shared opponent.

Looking Ahead:

The rest of the season promises exciting matchups for both teams. With a balanced mix of home and away games, the road to success will be tough for both Colton and Garfield-Palouse, but each team has the potential to build on its performance and turn the season around. Keep an eye on their upcoming games, as these early-season contests could set the stage for playoff contention later in the year.

Whether at home or on the road, both teams are in search of their first win and will be hungry to perform when they face off in the next few days. The rivalry continues to heat up as both schools prepare for what will undoubtedly be a thrilling season of high school basketball.