The Independence High School varsity basketball team will host Battlefield High School for a non-conference game today at 7 p.m.

Here’s what you need to know:

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

Battlefield vs. Independence: 2024-2025 Season Preview

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season gets underway, two teams—Battlefield and Independence—are gearing up for a thrilling season. Both teams will face off against familiar opponents and test their mettle with new challenges, with plenty of matchups that will likely shape their respective records.

Current Records and Expectations

Both Battlefield and Independence are entering the season with clean slates, having yet to record any wins or losses. Their current records sit at 0-0, both at home and away. With no game results yet, it’s difficult to predict how each team will perform, but both schools will have their eyes set on making a statement this year.

Battlefield (24-25 Season)

• Overall Record: 0-0
• Home Record: 0-0
• Away Record: 0-0
• Win Percentage: 0.000
• Points For (PF): 0
• Points Against (PA): 0

Independence (24-25 Season)

• Overall Record: 0-0
• Home Record: 0-0
• Away Record: 0-0
• Win Percentage: 0.000
• Points For (PF): 0
• Points Against (PA): 0

Common Opponents

Both teams share several opponents in the 2024-2025 season, which will provide an exciting gauge for comparison. These common games will allow fans and analysts to get a better sense of each team’s strengths and weaknesses. Here’s a quick look at how both schools are scheduled to face off against the same teams:

• James Madison: Battlefield will meet James Madison at home on December 3, 2024. Independence will host them on December 20, 2024.
• Gainesville: Battlefield will host Gainesville on December 10, 2024, while Independence will meet them on the road on December 18, 2024.
• Freedom: Battlefield and Independence will both host Freedom at different points in January, with Battlefield facing them at home on January 7, 2025, and Independence at home on January 15, 2025.

Both teams will also compete against Freedom on January 31, 2025, with Battlefield on the road and Independence hosting them. These matchups will be key to evaluating how each team measures up.

League and Non-League Play

Both schools will likely compete in a mix of league and non-league games this season. However, since both teams are starting with no games under their belt, it remains to be seen how their records will develop as they face off against opponents both within and outside of their league.

Head-to-Head

Battlefield and Independence have not yet played each other in the 2024-2025 season, and no head-to-head result has been recorded. This is one of the most anticipated matchups of the season, as both teams will look to take advantage of their local rivalry.

Playoff Outlook

With the season still unfolding, it’s too early to predict how both teams will fare in the postseason. However, as both teams gain experience through their early matchups and improve throughout the season, the potential for a deep playoff run remains on the table for both.

Conclusion

The 2024-2025 basketball season for Battlefield and Independence is still in its early stages, but the excitement around these two teams is palpable. With several shared opponents and an eagerly awaited head-to-head matchup, there is plenty of drama on the horizon. Keep an eye on these two teams as they look to define their season and make a run for the playoffs.