The Randolph (VT) varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference game against Hazen (Hardwick, VT) today at 6:30 p.m.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Vermont High School Basketball
Who: Hazen vs Randolph
When: Today, January 18, 2025
Time: 6:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Hazen vs Randolph
The Vermont high school basketball season is heating up as the Hazen (Hardwick, VT) and Randolph (VT) teams prepare for their upcoming clash on the court. With both teams looking to build momentum and improve their records, this game promises to be an exciting matchup.
Team Records and Standings
Hazen (24-25):
- Overall Record: 6-1
- District Record: 2-0
- Home Record: 5-1
- Away Record: 0-0
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Win %: .857
- District Win %: 1.000
- Points Scored: 402
- Points Allowed: 309
Hazen has been in impressive form so far this season, boasting a strong overall record of 6-1. The team has performed particularly well in district games, remaining undefeated with a 2-0 record. Their offense has been clicking, averaging 57.4 points per game, and their defense has held strong, allowing just over 40 points per game.
Randolph (24-25):
- Overall Record: 4-5
- District Record: 1-3
- Home Record: 1-2
- Away Record: 3-3
- Win %: .444
- District Win %: .250
- Points Scored: 463
- Points Allowed: 466
In contrast, Randolph has struggled with a 4-5 overall record. The team has been inconsistent in district play, with just one win in four attempts. Their scoring average is 51.4 points per game, and they have struggled to contain their opponents, allowing an average of 51.8 points per game.
Head-to-Head Matchup
The upcoming game between Hazen and Randolph will be the first meeting of the season. The two teams will face off in a non-conference game at Randolph on January 18, 2025, at 6:30 PM, and later on February 19, 2025, at 7:00 PM at Hazen. The matchup is a significant one for both teams as they look to make headway in the standings.
Common Opponents
Looking at their performance against common opponents, Hazen has shown a strong record, going 4-1 in games against teams that both Hazen and Randolph have faced. Randolph, on the other hand, has only managed a 1-4 record against the same opponents. Key games have highlighted Hazen’s dominance, including victories over Peoples Academy, Lamoille, and Lake Region, while Randolph has faced tougher losses to similar teams.
Hazen’s Common Opponents:
- Peoples Academy: Wins 69-49, 54-39
- Lamoille: Win 56-38
- Lake Region: Win 52-51
Randolph’s Common Opponents:
- Peoples Academy: Loss 63-45
- Lamoille: Upcoming game on January 24
- Lake Region: Loss 53-45
Game Preview
Hazen has shown exceptional form in the early part of the season, with a high win percentage and strong performances across both home and neutral-site games. Their victory margin has been substantial, reflecting a well-rounded team that excels at both offense and defense.
Randolph, however, will be looking to bounce back from a challenging start to the season. With a balanced record of 3-3 in away games, Randolph’s performance in front of home fans will be crucial. Their offensive capabilities need to step up, as they have struggled to consistently outscore opponents, as seen in their narrow losses.
Conclusion
The matchup between Hazen and Randolph promises to be an exciting and competitive game, with Hazen entering as the favorite due to their superior record and form. Randolph will need to regroup and find a way to exploit Hazen’s few weaknesses if they hope to pull off an upset.
As the game approaches, both teams will be focusing on their respective strategies, with Hazen looking to extend their impressive winning streak and Randolph determined to close the gap and turn their season around. Basketball fans in Vermont will be watching closely as these two teams face off on the court in what promises to be a thrilling contest.
