As the 2024-2025 season progresses, the Beckman and North Linn teams are proving to be two distinct forces in Iowa high school sports. While both have faced varying levels of competition, their overall records, scoring averages, and common opponents highlight the differences in their performances thus far. Here’s a closer look at these two teams, their current standings, and how their seasons have shaped up.

Overall Records and Performance Breakdown

Beckman has had a challenging start to the season with a 1-4 overall record, including a 1-2 performance at home and an 0-2 record on the road. Their win percentage stands at just .200, with 130 points scored and 216 points allowed.

On the other hand, North Linn has been dominant, with a perfect 6-0 record overall. Their conference performance is equally impressive, sitting at 3-0. They have shown strength both at home (3-0), away (2-0), and on neutral ground (1-0), and have maintained a flawless win percentage of 1.000. North Linn has been a high-scoring team, putting up 394 points while allowing 229.

Scoring Averages: A Tale of Two Teams

The scoring averages for both teams paint a clear picture of their offensive capabilities. Beckman averages 26.0 points per game, while North Linn has been a scoring machine, averaging an astonishing 65.7 points per game. This significant difference underscores the explosive offense that North Linn has been able to display week after week.

Common Opponents and Head-to-Head Comparison

When it comes to common opponents, Beckman and North Linn have faced Alburnett and Lisbon, though their results tell different stories. On January 23, 2025, Beckman will face Alburnett at home, while North Linn already secured a dominant win against Alburnett on December 10, 2024, with a 70-32 victory. The teams are also scheduled to meet Lisbon later in the season, with Beckman hosting Lisbon on February 8, 2025, while North Linn will play them on January 14, 2025.

These common opponents serve as a benchmark for comparing the teams, but with North Linn’s dominant performance in their games, it’s clear they are in a strong position heading into their future matchups.

League and Non-League Records

In terms of league and non-league performance, North Linn has excelled in both, holding a 3-0 conference record and a perfect 3-0 in non-league games. Beckman, in contrast, has struggled in their non-league games, recording a 1-4 mark and failing to secure a win away from home.

Looking Ahead

With the season progressing, the future matchups between Beckman and North Linn will be important in shaping the remainder of their campaigns. Beckman’s hope will lie in improving their overall performance, especially in road games, while North Linn will look to maintain their perfect record and continue their high-scoring ways.

As the two teams face off against common opponents and continue through the season, the stark contrast in their records and scoring averages highlights their respective strengths and challenges. Fans will be watching closely to see if Beckman can turn things around or if North Linn will keep their winning streak intact.

In conclusion, the gap in records and scoring between Beckman and North Linn is evident, but as always in high school sports, anything can happen as the season progresses. Fans can expect an exciting continuation of the 2024-2025 season for both teams.