The Kennedy (Cedar Rapids, IA) varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference game against Xavier (Cedar Rapids, IA) on Friday, January 31 at 7:30 PM.
Kennedy vs Xavier Game Info:
What: Iowa High School Basketball
Who: Kennedy (IA) vs Xavier (IA)
When: Friday, January 31, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Where: Cedar Rapids Kennedy High School
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Kennedy vs Xavier
The Cedar Rapids basketball scene is always competitive, and this season, the rivalry between Xavier and Kennedy has once again captured the attention of fans. The two schools, both located in Cedar Rapids, IA, have enjoyed successful campaigns, but there are distinct differences in their performance thus far. Here’s a breakdown of their achievements in the 2024-2025 season, including overall records, head-to-head matchups, and common opponents.
Overall Records & Performance
Xavier
- Overall Record: 11-5
- Home Record: 6-1
- Away Record: 4-4
- Neutral Site Record: 1-0
- Win Percentage: .688
- Points For: 928
- Points Against: 816
Xavier has had a strong season, winning most of its games at home, with a solid 6-1 record. However, their away games have been more of a challenge, reflected in their 4-4 road record. Despite this, their offense has been consistent, averaging 58 points per game.
Kennedy
- Overall Record: 13-3
- Conference Record: 7-2
- Home Record: 7-1
- Away Record: 5-1
- Neutral Site Record: 1-1
- Win Percentage: .812
- Conference Win Percentage: .778
- Points For: 1,184
- Points Against: 816
Kennedy has been even more dominant this season, boasting a 13-3 overall record. Their performance has been impressive both at home (7-1) and on the road (5-1). Kennedy’s offense has been firing on all cylinders, averaging 74 points per game — significantly more than Xavier’s 58.
Head-to-Head Matchups
The most recent encounter between the two teams occurred on January 7, 2025, with Kennedy securing a convincing 61-49 victory over Xavier. This result further solidified Kennedy’s dominance in the rivalry. The upcoming game on January 31, 2025, promises to be another exciting chapter in this local rivalry.
Scoring Averages
The scoring averages for each team provide insight into their playing styles. Xavier tends to be more balanced in its scoring throughout the game, with their highest output in the fourth quarter (11 points). Their average by quarter is as follows:
- Q1: 7.0
- Q2: 10.0
- Q3: 8.0
- Q4: 11.0
Kennedy, on the other hand, starts strong and maintains a solid lead, with an impressive 19.7 points in the first quarter and 22.7 in the second quarter. Here’s their scoring breakdown by quarter:
- Q1: 19.7
- Q2: 22.7
- Q3: 12.3
- Q4: 14.7
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced a number of common opponents this season, with each team recording impressive wins against teams like Clear Creek-Amana, Jefferson, and Hempstead. Kennedy has a slightly better record against these common opponents (8-2), compared to Xavier’s 8-3.
Notable results include:
- Xavier vs. Clear Creek-Amana: 33-31 (Win)
- Kennedy vs. Clear Creek-Amana: 88-39 (Win)
- Xavier vs. Jefferson: 70-39 (Win)
- Kennedy vs. Jefferson: 91-43 (Win)
- Xavier vs. Washington: 74-46 (Win)
- Kennedy vs. Washington: 100-55 (Win)
Kennedy’s victories have often been more dominant, as seen in their larger margins of victory.
Record Breakdown
- Xavier’s Record Breakdown:
- Overall: 11-5
- Home: 6-1
- Away: 4-4
- Neutral: 1-0
- Kennedy’s Record Breakdown:
- Overall: 13-3
- Conference: 7-2
- Home: 7-1
- Away: 5-1
- Neutral: 1-1
Kennedy’s more robust record is evident, particularly in conference play, where they’ve maintained a .778 win percentage.
Conclusion
As the rivalry continues to heat up, both teams have demonstrated their strengths throughout the 2024-2025 season. Kennedy has been the more dominant team, especially on the offensive end, while Xavier has had its share of successes but will need to improve its performance on the road to close the gap. The next match-up between these two teams will be crucial in determining how the rest of their seasons unfold.
With their performances so far, Kennedy appears to have the upper hand, but Xavier’s resilience could make for an exciting game on January 31. Fans can expect a thrilling contest, as both teams battle for supremacy in Cedar Rapids basketball.
