The North Hills Varsity Basketball Team (Pittsburgh, PA) will host a home conference game against New Castle (PA) today at 7:30 PM.
Game Details:
- Matchup: New Castle vs North Hills
- Date: Friday, January 17, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM
- Location: North Hills High School
- Live stream: Watch Here
New Castle vs. North Hills: A Clash of Conference Rivals
The high school basketball scene in Pennsylvania is buzzing with excitement as the New Castle Red Hurricane prepares for an away conference game against North Hills on January 17, 2025. This matchup is one of the most anticipated of the season, as the two teams represent a stark contrast in performance.
Team Overview:
New Castle has been dominating both locally and within their conference. With an impressive 12-1 record overall, they have a near-perfect win percentage of .923, and their conference record stands at 6-1. The Red Hurricane has been particularly strong on the road, maintaining an undefeated 5-0 record in away games. Their ability to score, averaging 64.8 points per game, has been pivotal to their success. Key to their offensive power is their balance, with scoring contributions from every quarter, averaging 15.3 points in the first, and 18.5 points in both the second and fourth, along with a strong 22 points in the third quarter. New Castle’s defense has also been formidable, holding opponents to just 612 points so far.
In contrast, North Hills has struggled through the season, sitting at 4-10 overall, with a 3-4 conference record. Their win percentage stands at .286, and they’ve faced difficulties on the road, posting a 1-4 record in away games. While North Hills has scored a respectable 854 points on the season, their defensive struggles have resulted in them allowing 917 points. The team’s offensive rhythm has been more erratic, averaging 61 points per game, with a noticeable dip in scoring during the first and second quarters.
Head-to-Head:
In their most recent meeting, New Castle triumphed over North Hills on December 13, 2024, with a decisive 70-59 victory at home. The Red Hurricane’s balanced scoring and defense overwhelmed North Hills, who struggled to keep up. The two teams will now meet again, this time on North Hills’ home court, with New Castle looking to extend their dominance.
Common Opponents:
Both teams have faced several of the same opponents this season, with New Castle holding the upper hand. New Castle has posted a 6-1 record against these common opponents, while North Hills sits at a 3-4 record. Here’s a closer look at their matchups:
- Woodland Hills: New Castle defeated Woodland Hills 54-49, while North Hills won a later matchup 82-56.
- Butler: New Castle edged Butler 62-60, while North Hills triumphed 69-65.
- Seneca Valley: New Castle fell 57-54 to Seneca Valley, while North Hills lost 63-55.
- Pine-Richland: New Castle won 65-52, whereas North Hills lost 50-28.
- Fox Chapel: New Castle rolled to a 72-41 victory, while North Hills lost 54-52.
- Mars: New Castle defeated Mars 66-43, while North Hills lost 83-55.
- North Allegheny: New Castle won 46-37, and North Hills won 52-40.
These results highlight New Castle’s consistency against strong opponents, while North Hills has faced more challenges.
Looking Ahead:
As the game draws near, New Castle is poised to continue its strong performance, aiming to maintain its place atop the conference standings. Their scoring depth, combined with a solid defense, makes them a formidable opponent for any team in the region. Meanwhile, North Hills will be looking to bounce back from a tough season and prove that they can compete with one of the top teams in the area.
The stakes are high, as both teams prepare for their upcoming showdown. With New Castle’s momentum and North Hills’ determination, this game is sure to be an exciting and competitive matchup.
