The Merrimack Valley High School (Penacook, NH) varsity basketball team will host a home conference game against ConVal (Peterborough, NH) today at 6:30 PM.

Game Details:

• Teams: ConVal vs. Merrimack Valley
• Date & Time: Friday, January 17, 2025, at 6:30 PM
• Location: Merrimack Valley High School
• Live stream: Watch Here

ConVal vs. Merrimack Valley: A Comparison of Season Records and Team Performance

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season progresses, ConVal and Merrimack Valley have shown distinct differences in their performances. This article takes a closer look at their season statistics, rankings, and records to assess how each team has performed so far.

ConVal’s Season Breakdown (2024-2025)

ConVal’s overall record stands at 2-4, with a league record of 2-4. Despite the losses, the team has demonstrated competitive performances with a scoring average of 53.2 points per game (PPG). ConVal has proven strong on home court, securing a 2-1 record in home games, but struggles on the road, where they are 0-2. Their performance in neutral-site games has also been challenging, with an 0-1 record.

Merrimack Valley’s Season Breakdown (2024-2025)

In contrast, Merrimack Valley has been a dominant force this season, boasting an impressive 6-0 overall record and a perfect 6-0 league record. They are undefeated in both home (3-0) and away (3-0) games, showcasing their strong adaptability and consistency across different environments. With a scoring average of 66.2 PPG, Merrimack Valley has outperformed many opponents, and their defense has been solid, holding opponents to 301 points compared to their 397 total points scored.

Team Scoring and Performance

ConVal’s scoring is significantly lower than Merrimack Valley’s, with an average of 53.2 points per game compared to Merrimack Valley’s 66.2 PPG. This shows the difference in offensive output, with Merrimack Valley averaging over 13 points more per game. Defensively, ConVal has allowed 324 points this season, while Merrimack Valley has given up only 301, reinforcing the latter’s overall strength.

Common Opponents Comparison

Both teams have faced some common opponents this season, with ConVal holding a 1-3 record against them and Merrimack Valley remaining undefeated at 6-0. Here’s a breakdown of their matchups against mutual opponents:

• Sanborn Regional: ConVal lost 54-39 on 12/16/24, while Merrimack Valley will face them on 2/12/25.
• Bishop Brady: ConVal defeated them 68-54 on 12/20/24, while Merrimack Valley triumphed 69-37 on 1/7/25.
• Coe-Brown Academy: ConVal narrowly lost 52-49 on 1/7/25, while Merrimack Valley will face them on 2/7/25.
• Manchester West: ConVal lost 66-48 on 1/14/25, and Merrimack Valley will face them on 2/14/25.
• Kingswood: ConVal will face them on 1/28/25, and Merrimack Valley won 85-61 against them on 12/17/24.
• Laconia: ConVal will face them on 2/3/25, while Merrimack Valley secured a 59-52 victory on 12/19/24.

These results show that while ConVal has had some struggles against these teams, Merrimack Valley has been able to maintain their undefeated streak, demonstrating their overall superiority in these head-to-head matchups.

Record Breakdown: ConVal vs. Merrimack Valley

• ConVal:
  • Overall: 2-4
  • League: 2-4
  • Home: 2-1
  • Away: 0-2
  • Neutral: 0-1
  • Common Opponent Record: 1-3
• Merrimack Valley:
  • Overall: 6-0
  • League: 6-0
  • Home: 3-0
  • Away: 3-0
  • Neutral: 0-0
  • Common Opponent Record: 6-0

Conclusion

While ConVal has had its struggles with a sub-.500 record, particularly on the road, Merrimack Valley has remained a powerhouse throughout the season, boasting an undefeated record and consistently strong performances. The difference in scoring and the success against common opponents further highlights Merrimack Valley’s dominance in the league. ConVal will need to regroup and adjust their strategy if they hope to make a stronger push as the season progresses, while Merrimack Valley appears well-positioned to continue their dominant streak through the rest of the year.