The Oakridge (OR) varsity basketball team will play a home conference game against Monroe (OR) on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.
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What: Oregon High School Basketball
Who: Oakridge (OR) vs Monroe (OR)
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
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Team Rankings and Records: A Comparison of Monroe and Oakridge Basketball Teams (2024-2025 Season)
As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, both Monroe and Oakridge have faced their fair share of challenges, with differing records and performances across various settings. Below is a breakdown of their overall standings, individual performance metrics, and how they compare against common opponents.
Monroe’s Performance Overview (2024-2025)
Monroe’s basketball team currently holds a 2-9 record overall and has struggled in league play with a 0-3 mark. Their performance has also been subpar in both home (1-3) and away (1-4) games, with a neutral site record of 0-2. Their overall win percentage stands at .182, and they have a league win percentage of .000. In terms of scoring, Monroe averages 34.7 points per game.
In terms of individual matchups, Monroe has faced a challenging slate of games, resulting in a significant point differential. Their total points scored (382) are substantially lower than the points they have allowed (556), illustrating a significant struggle in both offense and defense.
Key Results:
- Monroe vs. Mapleton (Dec 5, 2024): Monroe lost 37-24.
- Monroe vs. Central Linn (Dec 7, 2024): Monroe lost 64-35.
- Monroe vs. Oakland (Dec 17, 2024): Monroe lost 72-18.
- Monroe vs. Camas Valley (Jan 3, 2025): Monroe won 60-53.
- Monroe vs. Lowell (Jan 4, 2025): Monroe lost 65-34.
Oakridge’s Performance Overview (2024-2025)
Oakridge has a slightly better record than Monroe with a 3-10 overall mark. Their league record is currently 0-0, and their home record stands at 2-4. They have had a tough time on the road, with a 1-4 away record, and their neutral site performance is also lacking with a 0-2 record. Oakridge’s overall win percentage is .231, and they have scored 604 points while allowing 736.
Oakridge’s average points per game (46.5) is significantly higher than Monroe’s, indicating a stronger offensive performance. However, like Monroe, Oakridge has struggled with consistency and often found themselves on the wrong side of big defeats.
Key Results:
- Oakridge vs. Mapleton (Dec 10, 2024): Oakridge won 53-39.
- Oakridge vs. Central Linn (Jan 8, 2025): The result was not available in the given data.
- Oakridge vs. Oakland (Jan 3, 2025): Oakridge lost 79-33.
- Oakridge vs. Camas Valley (Dec 28, 2024): Oakridge lost 54-48.
- Oakridge vs. Lowell (Jan 24, 2025): Future game (result not yet available).
Common Opponents and Head-to-Head Comparison
Both teams share a few common opponents, and the comparison of their results against these teams provides some interesting insights into their relative strengths.
- Mapleton: Monroe lost to Mapleton 37-24 on Dec 5, while Oakridge defeated Mapleton 53-39 on Dec 10.
- Central Linn: Monroe lost 64-35 to Central Linn on Dec 7, with Oakridge facing Central Linn on Jan 8 (result pending).
- Oakland: Monroe lost 72-18 to Oakland on Dec 17, whereas Oakridge was defeated 79-33 by Oakland on Jan 3.
- Camas Valley: Monroe won 60-53 against Camas Valley on Jan 3, but Oakridge lost 54-48 to Camas Valley on Dec 28.
- Lowell: Monroe lost to Lowell 65-34 on Jan 4, with a future game between Oakridge and Lowell on Jan 24.
Conclusion
While both Monroe and Oakridge have faced adversity during the 2024-2025 season, Oakridge has managed to edge Monroe in terms of overall performance and scoring averages. Oakridge’s higher points-per-game average and slightly better win percentage provide a glimpse into a team that is improving, although both teams will need to make significant adjustments to improve their records in the coming weeks. The comparison against common opponents shows that Oakridge has had more success in certain matchups, though both teams have struggled in similar contests.
Looking ahead, both teams still have several opportunities to refine their game and finish the season stronger. Whether it’s Monroe turning their fortunes around or Oakridge capitalizing on their offensive advantage, the remainder of the season will be pivotal for both squads.