The Hayes varsity basketball team (Delaware, OH) will host Dublin Scioto (Dublin, OH) in a conference game today at 2 p.m.

Game Details:

• Matchup: Dublin Scioto vs. Hayes
• Date: Saturday, January 11, 2025
• Time: 2:00 PM
• Location: Hayes High School, Delaware, OH
• Live stream: Watch Here

Dublin Scioto vs. Hayes: A Breakdown of the Upcoming Basketball Rivalry

As the winter season heats up, basketball fans are eagerly anticipating the clash between Dublin Scioto and Hayes. Both teams, hailing from different regions in Ohio, have showcased some interesting statistics and performances as they head into their upcoming matchups. The first of these will take place in just 9 hours at Hayes, while the return game is scheduled for February 7 at Dublin Scioto.

Team Performance Overview

Dublin Scioto (2-7 Overall, 0-3 Conference)
Dublin Scioto has had a challenging season so far, with an overall record of 2-7 and a dismal 0-3 in conference play. The team has struggled on both sides of the court, scoring an average of 51.9 points per game, but also allowing 555 points in the process. Their scoring distribution shows a steady increase in points as the game progresses, starting at 12.3 points per game in the first quarter and peaking at 14.0 points per game in the final quarter. Despite this, the team has failed to secure wins in their away games and will need to overcome this trend in their upcoming conference battles.

Hayes (8-2 Overall, 3-1 Conference)
On the other hand, Hayes has had a much stronger showing with an 8-2 overall record and a 3-1 conference record. The team is averaging 67 points per game, which is significantly higher than their opponents in the Dublin Scioto matchup. Their scoring is spread out well across all four quarters, with an impressive 19.8 points per game in the first quarter alone, setting them up for strong performances throughout the game. Hayes has been particularly strong at home, holding a 4-1 record when playing in Delaware, and will be looking to continue this success when they host Dublin Scioto in their next game.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced some of the same opponents, with differing results. For instance, Dublin Scioto suffered a tough loss against Westerville South, falling 71-44, while Hayes managed a solid 71-56 victory against the same team. Similarly, both teams have met with Worthington Kilbourne, but while Scioto was beaten 66-53, Hayes triumphed with a commanding 77-40 win. These common opponents highlight a significant gap in overall performance, with Hayes dominating the matchups while Scioto has struggled.

Key Matchups

• Dublin Scioto vs. Hayes (January 11)
  The first meeting between these teams will take place at Hayes on January 11. With Dublin Scioto’s struggles in away games and Hayes’ strong home record, it will be interesting to see if Scioto can turn things around and challenge their higher-ranked opponents.
• Hayes vs. Dublin Scioto (February 7)
  The return matchup on February 7 at Dublin Scioto will be an opportunity for the home team to rally, but Hayes will undoubtedly have the advantage given their solid away record. Scioto will need to show improvement on both offense and defense if they want to compete in this game.

Record Breakdown

• Dublin Scioto
  • Overall: 2-7
  • Conference: 0-3
  • Home: 1-4
  • Away: 1-3
  • Non-league: 2-4
• Hayes
  • Overall: 8-2
  • Conference: 3-1
  • Home: 4-1
  • Away: 4-0
  • Non-league: 5-1

The Bottom Line

Heading into the matchups, Hayes enters as the heavy favorite due to their superior record, both overall and in conference play. Scioto will need to find consistency and improve their performances in key moments if they are to challenge Hayes in these games. For fans of both teams, the next few weeks promise to bring exciting basketball action, and it will be interesting to see if Dublin Scioto can defy the odds or if Hayes will continue their strong campaign.