Vermont high school basketball presents a competitive and exciting landscape each season, with various teams vying for dominance in their districts and beyond. Among the teams in the current 2024-2025 season, North Country Union and Enosburg Falls have both had their fair share of challenges, but their performances differ significantly in terms of win-loss records, district performance, and overall competitiveness. In this article, we’ll dive into a comparison of both teams, exploring their rankings, scoring averages, and head-to-head results.

North Country Union: A Solid but Struggling Start

North Country Union (NCU) enters the 2024-2025 season with a mixed performance in both league and non-league play. With an overall record of 2-4, they are showing promise in some areas but still face hurdles against district competitors.

• Overall Record: 2-4
• District Record: 0-3
• Home Record: 0-1
• Away Record: 2-3
• Scoring Average: 51.3 points per game (PPG)
• Points For: 308
• Points Against: 342

NCU’s scoring average of 51.3 PPG places them in a relatively moderate position, suggesting they can put up decent numbers on offense. However, their points allowed (342) indicate that defense remains an area that needs improvement.

In the current season, NCU faced Lyndon Institute on December 27, 2024, where they secured a commanding victory, 64-34. They also faced Harwood, but their results against more challenging teams are still unfolding. North Country Union’s performance against common opponents has been relatively favorable, with a 1-0 record against Lyndon Institute.

Enosburg Falls: Struggling in the Early Season

Enosburg Falls has had a tough start to the season, holding a disappointing 1-6 overall record. Their performance in both district and non-league games has seen them struggle, particularly on the defensive side.

• Overall Record: 1-6
• District Record: 0-3
• Home Record: 0-2
• Away Record: 1-4
• Scoring Average: 39.4 points per game (PPG)
• Points For: 276
• Points Against: 420

With an average of just 39.4 PPG, Enosburg Falls has struggled to generate offense consistently. Their points allowed (420) highlight serious defensive issues, contributing to their overall struggles this season. Enosburg’s lone victory came against Hazen on December 23, 2024, where they triumphed 70-38, but other results, such as their 65-40 loss to Harwood on December 17, 2024, point to substantial gaps in their performance.

Head-to-Head Comparison: North Country Union vs. Enosburg Falls

While both teams have shown promise in certain aspects, the head-to-head results paint a clearer picture of their current rivalry:

• Record vs. Common Opponents:
  • North Country Union: 1-0
  • Enosburg Falls: 0-4

In terms of performance against common opponents, North Country Union has emerged victorious in their single matchup with Lyndon Institute. Enosburg Falls, on the other hand, has struggled, losing all four of their games against common rivals. These results suggest that North Country Union has had the upper hand, especially in matchups against similarly ranked teams.

• Notable Results:
  • NCU vs. Lyndon Institute: North Country Union defeated Lyndon Institute 64-34 on December 27, 2024.
  • Enosburg Falls vs. Lyndon Institute: Enosburg Falls lost 65-40 to Lyndon Institute on December 9, 2024.
  • NCU vs. Harwood: North Country Union is yet to face Harwood in the 2024-2025 season.
  • Enosburg Falls vs. Harwood: Enosburg Falls lost 65-40 to Harwood on December 17, 2024.

Looking Ahead: Key Matchups for Both Teams

For both North Country Union and Enosburg Falls, upcoming games will be crucial in determining the direction of their season. North Country Union faces off against Harwood again on January 7, 2025, and other matchups later in the season will be critical for their district standings. Enosburg Falls, meanwhile, must work to turn their season around, starting with their January 9, 2025, matchup against Lake Region.

For both teams, improving scoring efficiency, tightening defense, and gaining momentum in their district games will be essential as they aim to make a push for the postseason.

Conclusion: A Tale of Two Teams

In the 2024-2025 Vermont high school basketball season, North Country Union appears to be in a stronger position, with a more competitive record and solid performances against common opponents. Enosburg Falls, on the other hand, has struggled to put together consistent results and will need to regroup in the coming weeks.

As both teams continue to navigate their schedules, it will be interesting to see how they evolve. North Country Union could become a force in their district if they maintain their momentum, while Enosburg Falls must address their defensive and offensive inconsistencies to improve their chances for success.