The Medina/Pingree-Buchanan (Medina, ND) varsity basketball team will face Glen Ullin/Hebron (Glen Ullin, ND) in a neutral, non-conference matchup today at 3:30 PM.
Matchup Details:
- Teams: Glen Ullin/Hebron (CO-OP) vs. Medina/Pingree-Buchanan (CO-OP)
- Date: Saturday, January 11, 2025
- Time: 3:30 PM
- Live stream: Watch Here
- Location: Neutral site
Glen Ullin/Hebron vs. Medina/Pingree-Buchanan: A Statistical Matchup Analysis
The 2024-25 basketball season has showcased some exciting performances, and two teams stand out for their contrasting trajectories: Glen Ullin/Hebron and Medina/Pingree-Buchanan. This article provides a breakdown of their rankings, records, and key statistics, offering insights into how these teams have fared so far and what to expect in their future matchups.
Team Overview and Rankings
Glen Ullin/Hebron
- Record: 7-0 overall, 1-0 district
- Win Percentage: 1.000 (100%)
- Class Rank: 3rd in North Dakota
- Key Stats:
- Points For (PF): 485
- Points Against (PA): 335
Medina/Pingree-Buchanan
- Record: 2-4 overall, 0-0 district
- Win Percentage: .333 (33.3%)
- Class Rank: 37th in North Dakota
- Key Stats:
- Points For (PF): 358
- Points Against (PA): 324
Team Scoring Averages
- Glen Ullin/Hebron leads the scoring race with an average of 69.3 points per game, showcasing their offensive dominance.
- Medina/Pingree-Buchanan trails with a respectable 59.7 points per game, indicating potential but room for improvement.
Player Contributions
Glen Ullin/Hebron:
- #0 Roper Foerderer: Averaging 11.7 points per game, Foerderer is a crucial contributor to the team’s consistent scoring and overall success.
Medina/Pingree-Buchanan:
- Their leading scorer averages only 5.1 points per game, highlighting a need for increased offensive production across the board.
Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
While the two teams have not yet faced each other this season, a comparison of their performances against common opponents paints a stark contrast:
- Glen Ullin/Hebron: 3-0 against common opponents.
- Medina/Pingree-Buchanan: 0-1 against common opponents.
Notable results:
- Glen Ullin/Hebron dominated Strasburg/Zeeland with a resounding 91-33 victory on December 13, 2024.
- Medina/Pingree-Buchanan, on the other hand, fell to Wilton/Wing 76-60 on December 30, 2024.
Statistical Breakdown
| Category | Glen Ullin/Hebron | Medina/Pingree-Buchanan |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Record | 7-0 | 2-4 |
| Home Record | 1-0 | 0-2 |
| Away Record | 1-0 | 1-1 |
| Neutral Site Record | 5-0 | 1-1 |
| District Record | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| Common Opponent Record | 3-0 | 0-1 |
Analysis and Outlook
Glen Ullin/Hebron’s perfect record and top-tier scoring average reflect a team in peak form, blending offensive firepower with defensive stability. Their consistent performances, both at home and away, underline their versatility and adaptability.
In contrast, Medina/Pingree-Buchanan has struggled to find its rhythm this season. Despite flashes of potential, their offensive and defensive outputs indicate challenges in maintaining consistency. The team’s lack of a standout scorer comparable to Foerderer from Glen Ullin/Hebron emphasizes the need for collective improvement.
Conclusion
If these teams were to meet, Glen Ullin/Hebron would enter as clear favorites, given their unblemished record and superior stats. However, basketball is unpredictable, and Medina/Pingree-Buchanan could rise to the challenge with improved execution and teamwork. Fans can anticipate an exciting matchup should these two squads cross paths in the future.
