The North (Eastlake, OH) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against University School (Hunting Valley, OH) on Friday, December 13, 2024, at 7:00 PM.

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What: Ohio High School Basketball
Who: North vs University School
When: Friday, December 13, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch Here

University School vs. North: A Comparison of 2024-2025 Basketball Seasons

The 2024-2025 basketball season has been an exciting one so far for both University School and North. As they continue their respective campaigns, it’s time to compare their records, scoring averages, and key matchups to see how these two teams stack up.

Overall Records

University School has been performing well, with an overall record of 4-1. Their impressive 2-0 record at home, combined with a 1-1 record on the road and 1-0 in neutral games, demonstrates their ability to win in various environments. Their strong win percentage of .800 reflects their solid start to the season.

On the other hand, North has a more modest 2-1 record. Their performance at home (2-0) has been perfect, but they have faced challenges away from home, with a 0-1 record in road games. Nevertheless, their win percentage of .667 is still commendable as they continue to build momentum.

Team Scoring Averages

When it comes to scoring, University School has been dominant. Averaging 76.2 points per game, they have shown an offensive prowess that has powered them to a strong start. Their ability to put up big numbers, particularly in high-scoring games, makes them a formidable opponent on the court.

North, while not quite matching University School’s offensive output, has maintained a solid average of 55.7 points per game. Their scoring is more spread out over the course of the game, with a notable uptick in the second quarter (20.0 points per game). However, their scoring drops off significantly in the final quarter, where they average just 7.0 points. If they can improve in this area, they could become a more dangerous team in close games.

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

While University School and North have not yet faced each other this season, both teams share common opponents, which will provide insight into how they might match up. One of the teams’ shared rivals is Villa Angela-St. Joseph, which University School will face on January 17, 2025, and North will play on January 10, 2025. Both teams also face Riverside on different dates, with University School playing Riverside on February 8, 2025, and North facing them on January 17 and February 7, 2025.

These games will provide additional context as both teams look to sharpen their skills ahead of potential matchups later in the season.

Breakdown of Records by Category

• University School has performed well in both non-league and in-state games, maintaining a 4-1 record overall, with their only loss coming in a non-league matchup.
• North has excelled in non-league games, mirroring University School’s success with a 2-1 record. However, they have yet to compete in league play this season.

Both teams are undefeated at home, which bodes well for them in upcoming contests. However, North will need to improve their road performance if they are to remain competitive against tougher opponents.

Conclusion

As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, both University School and North have shown promising starts. While University School has been the more dominant team so far with their high-scoring offense, North’s perfect home record suggests they are capable of holding their own. With several games against common opponents ahead, both teams will have the chance to continue developing and possibly face off later in the season. Fans of both schools are in for an exciting and competitive basketball season