The Lennox High School varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference game against West Central from Hartford, SD, on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 8:00 PM.
Game Details:
- Teams: West Central vs Lennox
- Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025
- Time: 8:00 PM
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- Location: Lennox High School Gym, Lennox, SD
West Central and Lennox Basketball Teams: A Season Comparison
As the 2024-2025 basketball season continues, both West Central and Lennox are making their marks with impressive records. Let’s dive into their performances, statistics, and head-to-head matchups to assess how they compare in this exciting season.
Team Overview
- West Central (24-25) boasts a solid 8-2 overall record, showing a strong win percentage of .800. Their regional play has been exceptional, with a perfect 1.000 win percentage in-region. They’ve scored an impressive 590 points while conceding 472.
- Lennox (24-25) also holds an 8-2 overall record, equaling West Central’s win percentage of .800. Their regional performance is slightly behind with a .667 regional win percentage. Lennox has put up 649 points and allowed 465 points.
Team Scoring Averages
- West Central scores an average of 59.0 points per game, with significant contributions in each quarter:
- Q1: 13.3 points
- Q2: 13.7 points
- Q3: 20.3 points
- Q4: 12.3 points
Their ability to close out games with strong third quarters has been a standout feature.
- Lennox averages a slightly higher 64.9 points per game, though specific breakdowns for each quarter aren’t provided. Their overall offensive consistency has been a key factor in their success.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced a range of common opponents during the season. Here’s a closer look at how each team performed against these shared rivals:
- West Central:
- Dell Rapids: 51-44 win on 12/13/24
- Vermillion: 64-62 win on 12/17/24
- Groton: 54-38 win on 12/20/24
- Sioux Falls Christian: 65-48 loss on 1/7/25
- Dakota Valley: 69-49 win on 1/14/25
- Lennox:
- Dell Rapids: Scheduled to play on 2/21/25
- Vermillion: 58-36 win on 1/16/25
- Groton: 63-55 win on 1/11/25
- Sioux Falls Christian: 66-59 loss on 12/13/24
- Dakota Valley: Scheduled to play on 2/28/25
Record Breakdown
When comparing the teams’ performance across different contexts, we can see a few notable differences:
- Home Play: Both teams are strong on their home courts, with West Central holding a 2-1 record and Lennox going 2-1 as well.
- Away Games: West Central performs well away, going 3-0, while Lennox holds a 5-1 record on the road.
- Non-League Games: West Central has a 6-2 record in non-league play, while Lennox leads with a 6-1 non-league record.
- In-State Play: West Central has a 6-2 record, while Lennox excels with a 8-1 record against in-state opponents.
Key Matchups Ahead
Both teams are set to face off against several challenging opponents in the coming weeks. Notably, West Central will be playing Baltic on 1/20/25, while Lennox has upcoming games against Parker and Tri-Valley in late January and early February.
Conclusion
The 2024-2025 basketball season is shaping up to be an exciting one for both West Central and Lennox, with both teams putting up solid records. While West Central shows dominance in-region, Lennox edges ahead in their non-league and in-state matchups. The upcoming games against common opponents and rival teams will be crucial in determining which team maintains momentum through the second half of the season. As the season progresses, both teams will look to continue building on their successes and adjusting their strategies for the playoffs.