The Green Mountain High School boys’ basketball team (Chester, VT) is gearing up for an exciting conference game on the road against Rivendell Academy (Orford, NH) on Friday, January 10, 2025. This game will be a significant contest for both teams as they look to build momentum in their respective seasons.

Green Mountain’s Strong Start

With a record of 4-3 overall and 1-3 in district play, the Green Mountain team has shown resilience on the court. They’ve managed a 3-2 home record, although their away performance is a bit more challenging at 0-1. Despite some early struggles in the district, Green Mountain has a solid win percentage of .571, showing that they are competitive and capable of securing victories.

Green Mountain’s offense has been productive, averaging 49.7 points per game. Their defense, allowing 323 points in total, has been decent but will need to step up against tough teams like Rivendell Academy. The Green Mountain squad has already posted notable wins, including their victory over Oxbow (52-33), and they’ll be looking to continue their winning ways, especially in this away game.

Rivendell Academy’s Tough Season

On the other hand, Rivendell Academy has faced a tough season so far. With a 1-5 overall record and 0-2 in league play, Rivendell is still searching for its first win in the league. They’ve struggled at home, with just a 1-3 record, and they are yet to win an away game, posting an 0-2 record on the road. Rivendell’s scoring average sits at 37.5 points per game, significantly lower than Green Mountain’s.

The team has had difficulty in matching up against some of its competition, as shown by their losses to common opponents such as Oxbow (66-42) and Woodstock (54-30). Still, Rivendell Academy has a strong work ethic and will be eager to bounce back, especially with the home-court advantage in their upcoming matchup against Green Mountain.

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

When examining the head-to-head matchups between these two teams, Green Mountain comes in as the favorite, holding a stronger overall record. The teams will also face off again on February 4, 2025, at Green Mountain High School in Chester, Vermont. This series could become pivotal in determining playoff positioning for both teams.

Both teams share several common opponents, including Oxbow, Woodstock, and Windsor. Green Mountain has had more success against these teams, posting a 3-3 record against them, while Rivendell has struggled, recording just a 0-2 mark in the same set of games.

Looking Ahead

With Green Mountain on the rise and Rivendell Academy fighting to turn its season around, Friday’s game could prove to be a crucial one for both sides. Green Mountain will look to capitalize on its stronger offense and more balanced record, while Rivendell will need to find ways to boost its scoring and improve its defensive play if they want to pull off an upset at home.

Fans can expect a competitive matchup with Green Mountain aiming for their second away victory, while Rivendell Academy is determined to defend its home court and build momentum for the rest of the season. This is a game that could be a turning point for either team, and both will be looking to make a statement in this New England high school basketball rivalry.

Game Details:

• Date: Friday, January 10, 2025
• Time: 7:00 PM
• Location: Rivendell Academy, Orford, NH

Stay tuned for more updates as this thrilling basketball season unfolds!