The Ontario (OR) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against Homedale (ID) on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 7:30 PM.

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What: Oregon High School Basketball
Who: Ontario (OR) vs Homedale (ID)
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
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Homedale vs. Ontario: A Look at the Rivalry and Their 2024-2025 Basketball Season Records

As we approach another exciting chapter in the basketball rivalry between Homedale (ID) and Ontario (OR), both teams are gearing up for their upcoming matchup on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 7:30 PM. The teams have had contrasting performances this season, and with the previous encounter resulting in a dominant 71-34 victory for Homedale, Ontario will be looking for redemption.

Let’s take a deeper dive into their current rankings, head-to-head matchups, and common opponents to get a better sense of what to expect from this rivalry.

Team Overview

Homedale (24-25)

• Overall Record: 4-5
• Home Record: 3-1
• Away Record: 1-4
• Win Percentage: 0.444
• Points For (PF): 455
• Points Against (PA): 444

Homedale has had a mixed start to the 2024-2025 season, but their performance on their home court has been strong with a solid 3-1 record. The team has averaged 50.6 points per game, with their highest-scoring quarters in the second and fourth, putting up 12.5 and 12.0 points, respectively.

Ontario (24-25)

• Overall Record: 1-12
• Home Record: 0-6
• Away Record: 1-6
• Win Percentage: 0.077
• Points For (PF): 501
• Points Against (PA): 904

Ontario has struggled throughout the season with just one win in their first 13 games. Their overall performance has been tough, especially on the road, where they are 1-6. The team has averaged only 38.5 points per game, with their scoring dropping significantly in the second half of games. Their highest-scoring quarter is in the first, with 14.0 points per game, but they have often struggled in the later stages of games.

Head-to-Head Performance

The most recent head-to-head matchup between these two teams took place on December 20, 2024, where Homedale triumphed with a commanding 71-34 victory on their home court. Ontario was outmatched in this game, and it highlights the struggles they’ve faced this season.

• December 20, 2024:
  • Ontario: 34
  • Homedale: 71

Looking ahead to their next game on January 10, 2025, Homedale will look to maintain their dominance, while Ontario will aim to regroup and attempt to close the gap in what has been a difficult season.

Common Opponents Breakdown

Both teams have faced several common opponents this season, with mixed results for each.

• Caldwell:
  • Homedale (12/5/24): Lost 49-35 (Away)
  • Ontario (12/10/24): Lost 55-15 (Home)
  • Ontario (12/19/24): Lost 61-23 (Away)
• Nyssa:
  • Homedale (12/17/24): Won 56-52 (Home)
  • Ontario (12/7/24): Lost 69-38 (Away)
• Weiser:
  • Homedale (12/16/24): Lost 53-46 (Home)
  • Ontario (12/4/24): Lost 84-42 (Away)
  • Ontario (12/16/24): Lost 69-44 (Home)

In their common matchups, Homedale has had a much better record, with victories over Nyssa, while Ontario has struggled against these teams, posting a 0-5 record in such games.

Scoring Breakdown

Looking at the team scoring averages, Homedale has shown more consistent offense, particularly in the second half of games. Ontario, on the other hand, has faced significant struggles in the latter stages of games, where they’ve averaged fewer points and been outscored by their opponents.

• Homedale Scoring Averages:
  • Q1: 8.0
  • Q2: 12.5
  • Q3: 11.0
  • Q4: 12.0
  • Final: 50.6 points per game
• Ontario Scoring Averages:
  • Q1: 14.0
  • Q2: 4.0
  • Q3: 0
  • Q4: 5.0
  • Final: 38.5 points per game

Record Breakdown and Key Stats

• Homedale:
  • Overall Record: 4-5
  • Home: 3-1
  • Away: 1-4
  • Non-League Record: 4-5
  • In-State Record: 2-4
  • Out-of-State Record: 2-1
• Ontario:
  • Overall Record: 1-12
  • Home: 0-6
  • Away: 1-6
  • Non-League Record: 0-8
  • In-State Record: 1-6
  • Out-of-State Record: 0-6

Ontario’s struggles have been evident both at home and on the road, while Homedale has shown more resilience, particularly when playing at home.

Conclusion

With Homedale looking strong at home and Ontario struggling across the board, the upcoming January 10 matchup promises to be another challenging game for the Ontario team. After a dominant 71-34 win in December, Homedale will be confident in their ability to handle the pressure and extend their head-to-head lead. However, Ontario will need a strong performance to turn the tide and build momentum for the remainder of their season.