The Lake Region varsity basketball team (Orleans, VT) will host Lyndon Institute (Lyndon Center, VT) for a conference game on Friday, January 31, at 7 p.m.
Here’s what you need to know:
What: Vermont High School Basketball
Who: Lyndon Institute vs Lake Region
When: Friday, January 31, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game Preview: Lyndon Institute vs Lake Region
As the 2024-2025 Vermont high school basketball season progresses, two teams from the state’s competitive landscape, Lyndon Institute and Lake Region, have shown some interesting trends in their performance and head-to-head encounters.
Team Overview and Records
Lyndon Institute, based in Lyndon Center, VT, has a balanced 6-6 record overall, with a 3-4 record in their district. Their performance at home has been slightly better at 3-2, but they’ve struggled away with a 3-4 mark. On the other hand, Lake Region, based in Orleans, VT, holds a 5-7 overall record, with a 2-5 district record. They have fared slightly worse than Lyndon Institute in both their home (2-3) and away games (3-4).
While Lyndon Institute has been more consistent in their performances, Lake Region has faced a tougher schedule overall, with some close contests, as highlighted by their narrow loss to Hazen and a hard-fought victory against Peoples Academy. Despite this, both teams have shown flashes of potential and have the opportunity to bounce back as the season progresses.
Recent Head-to-Head
When these two teams met on December 18, 2024, Lyndon Institute came out victorious, winning by a decisive 41-29 scoreline. The win came on the back of a strong all-around team effort that kept Lake Region’s scoring under control. The two teams will meet again on January 31, 2025, at Lake Region, and fans can expect another exciting contest with both squads eager to claim the win.
Scoring Averages
Lyndon Institute has averaged 49.8 points per game this season, a bit higher than Lake Region’s average of 44.1 points per game. While both teams have had their share of low-scoring games, Lyndon Institute’s higher scoring potential could be a key factor in the upcoming matchups.
Common Opponents
Both Lyndon Institute and Lake Region have faced several common opponents this season. Notable matchups include their respective games against Enosburg Falls, Missisquoi Valley, and Spaulding. Lyndon Institute has posted a 4-6 record against common opponents, while Lake Region has a slightly better 5-6 record. These common games provide a window into how each team has measured up against similar competition.
Lyndon Institute’s victories against teams like U-32 and Randolph stand out, while Lake Region has earned notable wins over Missisquoi Valley and Peoples Academy. Both teams have also experienced tough losses, including recent defeats to Harwood and Lamoille.
Looking Ahead
With their upcoming game on January 31 set to be another important district battle, Lyndon Institute will look to extend their lead over Lake Region and build on their recent head-to-head success. On the flip side, Lake Region will aim to correct course and notch a crucial win to improve their playoff chances.
Both teams have the talent to make a deep run in the postseason, but consistency and overcoming tough opponents will be key as the regular season winds down. Fans in Orleans and Lyndon Center will be hoping for some exciting basketball action as these two teams continue their rivalry and push for better standings in the district.
