The Johnston (IA) varsity basketball team will host Ankeny (IA) for a non-conference game on Friday, January 17, at 7:45 PM.
Johnston vs Ankeny Game Info:
What: Iowa High School Basketball
Who: Johnston (IA) vs Ankeny (IA)
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 7:45 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Johnston vs Ankeny
As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season progresses, a highly anticipated matchup is set to take place between Ankeny and Johnston. The game will be held at Johnston High School on Friday, January 17, at 7:45 p.m., and is poised to be a thrilling contest as both teams seek to further solidify their standings in the conference and beyond.
Team Records and Rankings Ankeny, with an overall record of 5-7, has struggled with consistency this season. The team has managed to secure a 3-2 record in their conference but has faced challenges outside their league, holding a 2-5 non-league record. Despite these struggles, Ankeny has shown resilience, particularly with a few strong performances at home.
Johnston, on the other hand, has been more successful, boasting an 8-4 overall record. The team is currently undefeated in conference play, with a perfect 2-0 record. Their non-conference performance (6-4) has been solid, and Johnston will be looking to extend its winning streak at home.
Head-to-Head History The teams met last month on December 10, 2024, with Johnston emerging victorious in a decisive 59-49 win. Ankeny will be hoping to avenge this defeat as they travel to Johnston for this upcoming non-conference contest.
Scoring Averages and Game Trends Ankeny has averaged 60.1 points per game this season, with a strong showing in the latter stages of games. They have scored an average of 14.5 points in the first quarter, 18.5 in the second, 19.5 in the third, and 18.0 in the fourth. Johnston, while not sharing the same detailed breakdown, has averaged 53.8 points per game, demonstrating a more balanced and controlled approach to scoring.
Common Opponents Both teams have faced a variety of common opponents, and these matchups provide some insight into how each team fares against similar competition. Ankeny holds a 3-4 record against common opponents, while Johnston has performed better, with a 7-3 record in similar matchups. Notably, Johnston has secured wins over teams like Waukee, Southeast Polk, and Ankeny Centennial, while Ankeny has struggled against these same opponents.
Key Players and Insights Johnston’s success has largely been attributed to their consistency across both home and away games. With a perfect record at home (3-0), they are formidable on their home court. Ankeny, however, will need to overcome a tough road challenge, having lost more games than they’ve won away from home (2-4). Both teams have demonstrated the ability to win big, but consistency and execution will be key for both.
Looking Ahead As the season continues, this matchup could have significant playoff implications for both teams. Ankeny will be eager to build momentum and gain an important road win, while Johnston will look to extend its strong season and maintain its undefeated conference record. Fans of both schools will no doubt be treated to a competitive and exciting game as these two teams battle it out on the court.
Make sure to tune in to this exciting game between Ankeny and Johnston this Friday, January 17, at 7:45 p.m.!
