The Nettleton (Jonesboro, AR) varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference game against Mountain Home (AR) on Tuesday, December 17, at 6:00 PM.
Nettleton vs Mountain Home Girls Basketball Game Info:
What: Arkansas High School Girls Basketball
Who: Nettleton vs Mountain Home
When: Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Time: 6 PM
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Game preview: Nettleton vs Mountain Home
The 2024-25 high school football season has seen two teams stand out in the Arkansas Class 7A and 8A ranks: Mountain Home and Nettleton. With impressive records and a solid group of common opponents, both teams are making waves in their respective leagues.
Mountain Home’s Dominance
Mountain Home enters the 2024-25 season with a remarkable 6-1 overall record. Their success has been fueled by a powerful offense, averaging an impressive 61.4 points per game. Whether at home (1-0), away (4-1), or neutral sites (1-0), Mountain Home has shown they can win in any environment, boasting a .857 win percentage. The team’s consistency in their non-league games, with a 2-1 record, has kept them at the top of their class.
In their most recent outings, Mountain Home secured victories against Paragould (45-23) and Greene County Tech (57-38), further solidifying their high scoring capabilities. Looking ahead, their matchups with Russellville (January 10) and Nettleton’s clash with Greene County Tech (January 17) will be crucial to their continued success.
Nettleton’s Steady Progress
Nettleton has also demonstrated solid form this season, posting a 7-4 overall record with an average of 60.2 points per game. Their balanced performance includes a strong 4-1 record on the road, but they have faced some challenges at home, with a 2-3 record in their own stadium. Nonetheless, Nettleton has been dominant against common opponents such as Paragould, where they triumphed 67-42. Their upcoming games against Paragould and Greene County Tech will provide opportunities to prove themselves further.
Common Opponents
When comparing Mountain Home and Nettleton’s performances against shared teams, both squads have shown their strengths. Mountain Home holds a 2-0 record against common opponents, while Nettleton is 1-0 in these encounters. A key moment will come when Nettleton faces Greene County Tech on January 17, following Mountain Home’s win against the same team on December 12. This provides an interesting storyline as both teams seek to assert their dominance.
Looking Ahead
As both teams continue to battle it out in the 2024-25 season, their head-to-head matchup on February 7, 2025, will be highly anticipated. It’s a game that could decide which team has the edge heading into playoff contention.
With high-scoring offenses and strong records, Mountain Home and Nettleton have proven themselves as teams to watch in Arkansas high school football. The coming weeks will be crucial in determining whether either can make a deep playoff run and take the top spot in their respective leagues.
