The Newell-Fonda varsity basketball team (Newell, IA) will host a home non-conference game against Western Christian (Hull, IA) on Friday, January 3, at 3:00 PM.

Newell-Fonda vs Western Christian Game Info:

What: Iowa High School Basketball
Who: Newell-Fonda (IA) vs Western Christian (IA)
When: Friday, January 3, 2025
Time: 3:00 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Newell-Fonda vs Western Christian

As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, two standout teams—Western Christian and Newell-Fonda—are making waves in the Iowa basketball scene. Both teams have demonstrated solid performance, maintaining an overall winning percentage of 66.7% with identical 4-2 records. Let’s take a closer look at their season so far, including their rankings, records, and scoring averages.

Western Christian (24-25 Season)

Western Christian has been competing in the IA Class 9, with an overall record of 4 wins and 2 losses. Their home and away performances have been quite balanced, with a perfect 1-0 record at home, 1-1 on the road, and 2-1 in neutral games. They boast a solid win percentage of .667, having scored 379 points while allowing 355 points. The team’s average score per game stands at 63.2 points, breaking down to an impressive 17.0 points in the first quarter, 16.5 in the second, 13.5 in the third, and 12.3 in the fourth.

Newell-Fonda (24-25 Season)

Newell-Fonda, competing in IA Class 18, mirrors Western Christian with a 4-2 overall record and a .667 win percentage. Their scoring has been equally efficient, with an average of 58.2 points per game. Notably, Newell-Fonda is perfect in their conference games, with a 2-0 record in league play. They have also been dominant at home, posting a 2-0 record in their own arena, but face a tougher challenge on the road with a 2-2 record. The team’s overall performance shows a well-balanced approach, having scored 349 points while allowing 314 points during the season so far.

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

While both teams have faced similar challenges and maintained equal overall records, there has yet to be a head-to-head matchup between them this season. Additionally, there is no common opponent to compare their performances directly.

Scoring Breakdown

Western Christian’s offense has been remarkably consistent across the four quarters, averaging 17.0 points in the first quarter and maintaining solid totals throughout the game. On the other hand, Newell-Fonda has yet to reveal their detailed quarter-by-quarter breakdown, but their consistent total of 58.2 points per game reflects a well-rounded offensive game plan.

Record Breakdown: Home, Away, and Neutral Games

• Western Christian has demonstrated the most success in neutral games, with a 2-1 record, followed by a perfect home performance (1-0) and a balanced away record (1-1).
• Newell-Fonda, while showing dominance at home (2-0), has had some challenges on the road with a 2-2 record. However, they are still perfect in their conference matchups, reflecting strong in-state competition.

Playoff and State Performance

Both teams are well-positioned to make a push for the playoffs, with identical records in-state (4-2 for Western Christian and 4-2 for Newell-Fonda). Neither team has yet encountered out-of-state competition, indicating that their playoff performances may be affected by the strength of their out-of-state opponents as the season continues.

Conclusion

As the 2024-2025 season unfolds, both Western Christian and Newell-Fonda are proving themselves to be formidable forces in their respective classes. Their balanced play, strong offensive performances, and perfect records in conference games make them exciting teams to watch as they head into the second half of the season. Whether they face off head-to-head in future matchups or continue their journey through league play, both teams are in prime position for a successful season.