The Granby (Norfolk, VA) varsity basketball team is set to host Hickory (Chesapeake, VA) in a non-conference game today at 7 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Virginia High School Basketball
Who: Granby vs Hickory
When: Monday, December 02, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

Hickory vs. Granby: A Look at the 2024-2025 Season

As the 2024-2025 basketball season kicks off, the Hickory and Granby teams are both entering the campaign with high hopes but no recorded results to their names yet. Both schools share a 0-0 overall record, and there are a few key matchups ahead to help gauge their early performances. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect from both teams, their common opponents, and a look at their schedules for the season.

Current Record Overview

• Hickory: The Hawks have yet to play a game, entering the 2024-2025 season with a record of 0-0, including home, away, and neutral-site games.
• Granby: The Comets are in the same position as Hickory, with a 0-0 record across all categories—home, away, neutral, and playoff games.

Both teams are still in search of their first victories of the season. While the win percentages for both teams currently stand at .000, that will soon change as games start to unfold.

Common Opponents

Both teams will face some of the same opponents this season, which could serve as an interesting comparison. Here’s a list of their common rivals and the scheduled dates for these matchups:

• First Colonial:
  • Hickory: December 9, 2024 (Away)
  • Granby: February 3, 2025 (Home)
• Greenbrier Christian Academy:
  • Hickory: January 9, 2025 (Home)
  • Granby: December 19, 2024 (Away)
• Great Bridge:
  • Hickory: January 10, 2025 (Home), January 28, 2025 (Away)
  • Granby: January 8, 2025 (Away)
• Ocean Lakes:
  • Hickory: February 8, 2025 (Home)
  • Granby: December 3, 2024 (Away)

The head-to-head matchups between the teams will be exciting to watch, as both schools will be eager to perform well against these common foes. Games against Greenbrier Christian Academy and Great Bridge will be particularly significant, with both schools having multiple encounters scheduled.

Home vs. Away Games

• Hickory’s Home Schedule: Hickory will host a few games, including a crucial contest against Great Bridge on January 10.
• Granby’s Home Schedule: Granby will face a tough early test at home against Ocean Lakes on December 3, 2024.

Key Upcoming Dates

• Hickory’s Key Games: The Hawks will be aiming to build momentum with their home games starting in January. Their first significant contest comes against Greenbrier Christian Academy on January 9.
• Granby’s Key Games: The Comets’ schedule kicks off with a road trip to Ocean Lakes on December 3, which will serve as an important early season test.

Looking Ahead

With both teams coming off strong performances in recent years, the 2024-2025 season will likely be a continuation of their growth. Though both schools are at the start of the season with no wins or losses, it won’t be long before the competition heats up. Their shared matchups and the quality of the upcoming games against common opponents will be key in shaping their seasons and could provide crucial insight into how they measure up against their rivals.

Fans of both teams are eagerly anticipating the results of these matchups. As the season progresses, expect to see these teams’ records shift rapidly, with head-to-head games between Hickory and Granby potentially becoming the highlight of their respective seasons.