The North Iowa varsity basketball team from Buffalo Center, IA, will host a non-conference game against Bishop Garrigan from Algona, IA, on Friday, January 3, at 7:45 p.m.
North Iowa vs Bishop Garrigan Game Info:
What: Iowa High School Basketball
Who: North Iowa (IA) vs Bishop Garrigan (IA)
When: Friday, January 3, 2025
Time: 7:45 p.m. ET
Where: North Iowa High School
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: North Iowa vs Bishop Garrigan
On Friday, January 3, 2025, the Bishop Garrigan Golden Bears will take on the North Iowa Bison in an away non-conference varsity basketball game at Buffalo Center, Iowa, tipping off at 7:45 PM. Both teams are looking to gain momentum as they progress through their seasons, with Bishop Garrigan enjoying a strong start and North Iowa hoping to bounce back from recent challenges.
Team Performance Overview
Bishop Garrigan Golden Bears
- Overall Record: 6-1
- Conference Record: 1-1
- Home Record: 2-0
- Away Record: 4-1
- Win Percentage: .857
- Points For (PF): 440
- Points Against (PA): 312
Bishop Garrigan has been in excellent form this season, boasting an impressive .857 win percentage. Their scoring prowess is evident, having racked up 440 points while limiting opponents to 312 points. Notably, they have performed well on the road, with a 4-1 away record.
North Iowa Bison
- Overall Record: 3-4
- Conference Record: 1-3
- Home Record: 3-0
- Away Record: 0-4
- Win Percentage: .429
- Points For (PF): 396
- Points Against (PA): 380
North Iowa has struggled to find consistency, particularly in away games, where they have yet to secure a win. Despite their 3-4 overall record, the Bison have shown flashes of brilliance, especially when playing at home, where they remain unbeaten with a 3-0 record.
Team Scoring Averages
| Quarter | Bishop Garrigan | North Iowa |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 19.0 | 13.0 |
| Q2 | 9.0 | 16.0 |
| Q3 | 22.0 | 11.0 |
| Q4 | 9.0 | 11.0 |
| Final | 62.9 | 56.6 |
Bishop Garrigan has demonstrated strong starts in games, averaging 19 points in the first quarter. They also excel in the third quarter, averaging 22 points. North Iowa, on the other hand, tends to peak in the second quarter, averaging 16 points.
Head-to-Head Comparison
- Previous Meeting: Results from the December 24, 2024, matchup between these teams are yet to be reported.
- Upcoming Meetings:
- January 3, 2025: Bishop Garrigan @ North Iowa
- February 11, 2025: North Iowa @ Bishop Garrigan
Common Opponents
| Opponent | Bishop Garrigan | North Iowa |
| Belmond-Klemme | W, 81-35 | L, 68-51 |
| Lake Mills | W, 54-40 | TBD |
| North Union | W, 56-39 | W, 45-43 |
| Garner-Hayfield/Ventura | W, 68-43 | L, 52-51 |
Bishop Garrigan has a spotless 4-0 record against common opponents, while North Iowa is 3-4. This performance disparity against shared competition highlights Bishop Garrigan’s edge going into this matchup.
Keys to Victory
Bishop Garrigan:
- Maintain Strong Starts: Their ability to dominate early in games has been a crucial factor in their success. Replicating that against North Iowa will be essential.
- Defensive Pressure: Limiting North Iowa’s scoring in the second quarter, where they tend to perform best, could tilt the game in Bishop Garrigan’s favor.
North Iowa:
- Leverage Home Court Advantage: The Bison have been unbeaten at home, and a supportive crowd could provide the spark they need.
- Consistent Scoring: Avoiding scoring droughts, especially in the third quarter, will be vital to keeping pace with Bishop Garrigan.
Prediction
Based on current form, Bishop Garrigan appears to have the upper hand. However, North Iowa’s perfect home record cannot be overlooked. This game promises to be a competitive clash, with Bishop Garrigan slightly favored due to their overall performance and scoring consistency.
Fans can look forward to an exciting contest as these two teams battle it out. Will Bishop Garrigan continue their dominant run, or can North Iowa defend their home court and pull off an upset? All will be revealed on Friday night!
