As the 2024-2025 Washington High School basketball season progresses, two teams—Liberty Bell and Anacortes—stand out in their respective districts. With contrasting records, these teams provide a glimpse into the competition that defines high school basketball in the region. Let’s take a closer look at their rankings, team dynamics, and head-to-head statistics.

Liberty Bell Basketball Team

Liberty Bell has been performing impressively this season, with a current record of 5-1 overall and 3-1 within the district. Their win percentage stands at a solid .833, reflecting their dominance on the court. The team has proven resilient both at home and away, posting an undefeated 3-0 record at home and a 2-1 record on the road.

• Overall Record: 5-1
• District Record: 3-1
• Home Record: 3-0
• Away Record: 2-1
• Win Percentage: .833
• District Win Percentage: .750
• Points Scored (PF): 399
• Points Allowed (PA): 309

Liberty Bell’s team has shown strength in all four quarters, with notable consistency in their scoring. Their highest-scoring quarter has been the fourth, where they average 24.0 points, contributing to a solid final score of 66.5 points per game. Their offensive efficiency, especially in the second half of games, makes them a dangerous team as the game progresses.

• Scoring Breakdown:
  • Q1: 17.0
  • Q2: 13.5
  • Q3: 20.5
  • Q4: 24.0
  • Final: 66.5

Despite a strong offense, Liberty Bell’s defense has also been crucial, holding opponents to just 309 points over the course of six games.

Anacortes Basketball Team

Anacortes, with a 2-1 overall record, has shown promising performance this season, particularly within the district where they are also 2-1. Their win percentage stands at .667, and they have an even split at home (1-0) and away (1-1).

• Overall Record: 2-1
• District Record: 2-1
• Home Record: 1-0
• Away Record: 1-1
• Win Percentage: .667
• District Win Percentage: .667
• Points Scored (PF): 175
• Points Allowed (PA): 174

Anacortes has been averaging 58.3 points per game, a respectable figure but lower than Liberty Bell’s 66.5. While the team’s scoring average is solid, they will need to find a way to close the gap in their offensive output, especially when facing strong opponents like Liberty Bell.

• Scoring Breakdown:
  • Final Average: 58.3

Defensively, Anacortes has managed to keep games close, allowing just 174 points over their three games. Their close-point margin suggests they could turn tight games into wins with a few key adjustments.

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

When examining their potential matchups, neither team has faced each other yet this season. Both teams will have upcoming games against Chelan, which could serve as a useful indicator of how they perform against common opponents.

• Upcoming Games:
  • Liberty Bell:
    • 1/7/25 – Liberty Bell vs. Chelan (Away)
    • 1/25/25 – Chelan vs. Liberty Bell (Home)
  • Anacortes:
    • 12/28/24 – Anacortes vs. Chelan (Home)

Both teams will be looking to leverage these matchups to build momentum as the season continues. It’s important to note that while neither team has faced a common opponent yet, their upcoming games will likely shed light on how they compare in similar competition.

Conclusion

As the 2024-2025 season unfolds, Liberty Bell and Anacortes are showing promising signs of success in Washington’s high school basketball circuit. Liberty Bell’s high-scoring offense and strong defense put them in a favorable position, while Anacortes, despite being less prolific offensively, has managed to keep games competitive. The upcoming contests will be crucial for both teams, with Liberty Bell looking to maintain their strong start and Anacortes striving to prove themselves in a competitive district. Fans can look forward to exciting matchups ahead as these teams continue to fight for dominance on the court.