The Iowa Falls-Alden varsity basketball team will host Clear Lake for a conference game on Friday, January 17, at 7:45 PM.
Iowa Falls-Alden vs Clear Lake Game Info:
What: Iowa High School Basketball
Who: Iowa Falls-Alden (IA) vs Clear Lake (IA)
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 7:45 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Iowa Falls-Alden vs Clear Lake
The Clear Lake (IA) varsity basketball team will face off against Iowa Falls-Alden on Friday, January 17, for an exciting away conference game. The game will tip off at 7:45 p.m. and offers a compelling matchup, as Clear Lake enters the game with an unblemished record of 11-0, while Iowa Falls-Alden holds a 7-5 overall record.
Clear Lake’s Perfect Start
Clear Lake has been dominating their season so far, with a perfect 11-0 overall record. Their performance has been impressive across all aspects, as they remain undefeated both at home and away, with a flawless 4-0 record in conference play. The team has scored an average of 69.1 points per game, with a particularly strong third-quarter performance (19.8 points per game). This offensive consistency has led them to outscore opponents by 222 points so far (760 PF, 538 PA).
Iowa Falls-Alden’s Struggles and Strengths
Iowa Falls-Alden, on the other hand, has had a more mixed season with a 7-5 overall record. Their conference play has been solid, with a 2-2 record, but they have struggled to find consistency on the road, posting a 3-3 record away from home. Their scoring average stands at 58.7 points per game, with no specific quarter showing dominance like Clear Lake’s. While their defense has been relatively solid, the team has allowed more points than it has scored (704 PF, 710 PA).
Head-to-Head: A Long-Awaited Battle
Clear Lake and Iowa Falls-Alden will meet for the first time this season on January 17. Both teams will be looking to continue their respective streaks in what promises to be an exciting game. The rivalry will continue on February 11, when Iowa Falls-Alden hosts Clear Lake at their home court.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced several common opponents so far this season, giving us a glimpse into their respective strengths. Clear Lake holds a 4-0 record against these teams, while Iowa Falls-Alden has a 2-3 record.
Clear Lake’s impressive wins include a dominant 75-43 victory over Clarion-Goldfield/DOWS on December 17, 2024, and a 74-53 win against Humboldt on December 20, 2024. They also defeated Webster City 64-37 on January 7, 2025, and St. Edmond 69-39 on January 10, 2025.
In comparison, Iowa Falls-Alden had some notable victories, including a 68-64 win over Clarion-Goldfield/DOWS on December 19, 2024, and a 56-40 triumph over Webster City on December 17, 2024. However, they also faced some tough losses, such as an 81-57 defeat against Humboldt on January 10, 2025, and an 86-55 loss to St. Edmond on January 14, 2025.
The Road Ahead
For Clear Lake, the goal will be to maintain their perfect record and continue to dominate their opponents. With such a strong start, their confidence is high, and they will look to build on their offensive momentum and keep the defense sharp.
Iowa Falls-Alden, while facing some challenges, has shown that they are capable of pulling off competitive wins. With a focus on improving consistency and taking advantage of home court advantage when the teams meet in February, they could prove to be formidable opponents.
Conclusion
The upcoming game on January 17 will provide more insight into how these two teams measure up. Clear Lake will look to extend its undefeated streak, while Iowa Falls-Alden will aim to bounce back and improve its standing in the conference. Fans of both teams will be eagerly watching as these teams battle for supremacy in what is sure to be an exciting and high-stakes contest.
Stay tuned for more thrilling basketball action as these two teams face off in a critical conference game.
