The North Border co-op (Walhalla/Pembina) varsity basketball team from Walhalla, ND will host a non-conference game against Larimore (ND) on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.
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What: North Dakota High School Basketball
Who: North Border co-op vs Larimore
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
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Comparing the Basketball Performance of Larimore and North Border Co-Op (24-25 Season)
As the 2024-2025 basketball season continues, teams like Larimore and North Border Co-Op are gearing up for an exciting stretch of games. With contrasting early-season results and an interesting schedule of upcoming games, we take a closer look at the teams’ records, performance averages, and their head-to-head matchups against common opponents.
Overall Records & Scoring Averages
Larimore (24-25)
- Record: 0-1
- Home: 0-0
- Away: 0-1
- Win %: .000
- Points For (PF): 49
- Points Against (PA): 66
Larimore has started the season with a tough loss, falling 66-49 to Midway/Minto. Despite the defeat, the team has room to adjust and improve as the season progresses. Their overall points for (49) indicate a need for offensive fine-tuning, especially in terms of matching their defensive efforts.
North Border Co-Op (24-25)
- Record: 1-0
- Home: 1-0
- Away: 0-0
- Win %: 1.000
- Points For (PF): 54
- Points Against (PA): 46
In contrast, North Border Co-Op has started the season with a promising 1-0 record. They kicked off their campaign with a 54-46 victory, showcasing solid defensive play while maintaining a strong offensive showing. Their ability to keep opponents under 50 points suggests a disciplined approach on that end of the floor.
Team Scoring Averages
For both teams, scoring consistency will play a crucial role moving forward. Though specific quarter-by-quarter data is missing, the final scoring averages offer insight into how each team approaches games.
- Larimore: 49.0 points per game
- North Border Co-Op: 54.0 points per game
Larimore’s offense will need to step up to match North Border’s more consistent scoring. In their lone game, Larimore was outpaced by a North Border team that scored 54 points, indicating the need for Larimore to increase its offensive production in upcoming games.
Common Opponents and Head-to-Head Breakdown
Both teams will face similar opponents over the course of the season, which will provide opportunities to evaluate their respective strengths and weaknesses.
Larimore’s Common Opponents
- Midway/Minto (L 66-49)
- Park River/Fordville-Lankin
- Langdon
- Mayville-Portland-Clifford-Galesburg
- Hatton/Northwood
- Drayton/Valley-Edinburg
- Cavalier
- Nelson County Co-Op
North Border Co-Op’s Common Opponents
- Midway/Minto (W 54-46)
- Park River/Fordville-Lankin
- Langdon
- Mayville-Portland-Clifford-Galesburg
- Hatton/Northwood
- Drayton/Valley-Edinburg
- Cavalier
- Nelson County Co-Op
Both teams have played and will play against the same opponents this season, but North Border Co-Op holds the advantage in the head-to-head record with Midway/Minto. This early win could be a momentum-builder for them as they continue to face off against other shared opponents.
Head-to-Head Matchup
In their head-to-head encounter, Larimore and North Border Co-Op are scheduled to meet later in the season. While Larimore’s early performance hasn’t yielded the best results, they still have ample opportunity to prove themselves against a team like North Border Co-Op. The matchup will be one to watch as both teams have strengths and areas to improve.
Conclusion
As the season progresses, both Larimore and North Border Co-Op will continue to develop. Larimore faces the challenge of bouncing back after a loss, but with several opportunities ahead, they have time to adjust. On the other hand, North Border Co-Op will look to build on their early-season success and solidify their position as a strong contender. Their head-to-head matchup later in the season will be a key game in determining how these two teams stack up against one another and their shared opponents.
