The Male High School varsity basketball team (Louisville, KY) will host Ballard High School (Louisville, KY) in a non-conference home game today at 7:15 PM.

Male vs Ballard Game Info:

What: Kentucky High School Basketball
Who: Male (KY) vs Ballard (KY)
When: Friday, January 31, 2025
Time: 7:15 p.m. ET
Where: Male High School
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Male vs Ballard

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season heats up in Louisville, Kentucky, the rivalry between Ballard High School and Male High School is in full swing. Both teams have had notable seasons, and their head-to-head matchups continue to captivate local fans.

Team Overview

Ballard (24-25):

• Record: 14-6 overall, undefeated in district play (2-0)
• Scoring Average: 76 points per game
• Points Against: 1,281 total points allowed
• Key Strengths: Strong offense with consistent scoring across all four quarters, especially in the first two.

Male (24-25):

• Record: 11-7 overall, 1-1 in district play
• Scoring Average: 64.2 points per game
• Points Against: 1,084 total points allowed
• Key Strengths: A balanced but less explosive offense compared to Ballard, struggling particularly in the second and third quarters.

Head-to-Head Matchup

In their most recent meeting on January 17th, 2025, Ballard defeated Male 72-60 in a non-conference game. The game was a dominant performance for Ballard, showcasing their offensive power. Though Male fought back in the fourth quarter, they could not overcome Ballard’s early lead.

Ballard Scoring Breakdown (vs. Male, 1/17/25):

• Q1: –
• Q2: –
• Q3: –
• Q4: –
• Final Score: Ballard 72, Male 60

This victory added to Ballard’s impressive season and cemented their reputation as one of the top teams in the region.

Common Opponents: A Comparison

Looking at shared opponents this season reveals that both teams have faced similar competition, though their results have been mixed. Some key matchups include:

• Central High School:
  • Ballard defeated Central 89-39 on December 3, 2024.
  • Male will face Central on February 11, 2025.
• Woodford County:
  • Ballard suffered a loss 66-56 on December 14, 2024, but Male won 55-47 on December 15, 2024.
• St. Xavier:
  • Ballard narrowly lost 61-59 to St. Xavier on January 18, 2025.
  • Male was defeated 96-59 by St. Xavier on January 24, 2025.
• Kentucky Country Day:
  • Ballard blew past Kentucky Country Day 93-52 on January 28, 2025, while Male won 89-74 against them on December 10, 2024.

Overall, both teams have faced stiff competition, but Ballard appears to have had a slightly more consistent record against these shared rivals.

Record Breakdown

• Ballard’s Overall Record: 14-6
  • Home: 6-1
  • Away: 3-2
  • Neutral: 5-3
  • District: 2-0
• Male’s Overall Record: 11-7
  • Home: 5-1
  • Away: 4-1
  • Neutral: 2-5
  • District: 1-1

Both teams have performed admirably at home, but Ballard’s ability to win in neutral-site games stands out as a key factor in their strong season. Male, on the other hand, has faced some challenges on the road, particularly in neutral games.

Looking Ahead

As the season progresses, both Ballard and Male have key matchups ahead that could impact their district standings and playoff potential. The rivalry will continue to build as they both eye higher rankings, with Ballard’s potent offense and Male’s resilience being tested in the coming weeks.

Their next meeting is scheduled for February 7th, and with both teams showing promise, it is sure to be a must-watch contest in Louisville.