The Danville (VT) varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference game against Oxbow (Bradford, VT) on Friday, January 10, at 7:30 p.m.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Vermont High School Basketball
Who: Oxbow vs Danville
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Oxbow vs Danville

The upcoming basketball season in Vermont is heating up with an exciting matchup between the Oxbow Olympians (Bradford, VT) and the Danville Indians. These two teams have had a different trajectory this season, and their head-to-head games are sure to be a spectacle for local basketball fans.

Current Record & Performance

Oxbow (24-25):

• Overall Record: 3-5
• District Record: 0-2
• Home Record: 2-2
• Away Record: 1-2
• Neutral Record: 0-1
• Team Scoring Average: 45.9 points per game (PPG)
• Win %: 37.5%
• District Win %: 0%
• Points Scored: 367
• Points Allowed: 448

Danville (24-25):

• Overall Record: 6-1
• District Record: 3-1
• Home Record: 2-1
• Away Record: 4-0
• Team Scoring Average: 66.0 PPG
• Win %: 85.7%
• District Win %: 75%
• Points Scored: 462
• Points Allowed: 299

While Oxbow has had a rough start to their season, sitting with a 3-5 overall record, they are eager to get back on track. The team has struggled with their district play, yet their home games show promise with a .500 record. Danville, on the other hand, is riding high with a 6-1 record, an impressive 85.7% win rate, and strong performances across both home and away games. Danville’s defense has been a key factor in their success, allowing just 299 points in total.

Head-to-Head Matchups

The first of two matchups between Oxbow and Danville is set for Friday, January 10, when Oxbow will travel to Danville for a 7:30 p.m. tip-off. Oxbow’s performance on the road will be tested as they face off against a formidable Danville team that is yet to lose at home. This game is crucial for Oxbow if they hope to turn around their season and keep pace in the district standings.

The second meeting is scheduled for Friday, January 31, at Oxbow. Danville will visit Oxbow for a 7 p.m. game. Both teams will look to build momentum ahead of this contest, and it promises to be an exciting matchup with playoff implications.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced several common opponents this season, providing a glimpse of how they may stack up against each other. Here’s a breakdown of their shared opponents and results:

• Twinfield:
  • Oxbow: Lost 70-67 (Home) on 12/23/24
  • Danville: Won 61-45 (Home) on 12/19/24
• Blue Mountain:
  • Oxbow: Won 53-43 (Home) on 12/30/24
  • Danville: Upcoming match on 1/15/25
• Hazen:
  • Oxbow: Upcoming match on 1/13/25
  • Danville: Won against Hazen (Away) on 12/7/24
• Stowe:
  • Oxbow: Upcoming match on 2/7/25
  • Danville: Won 82-38 (Away) on 1/3/25

Danville has managed to secure victories in all their games against common opponents, with a perfect 4-0 record. Oxbow, however, has shown resilience, winning 1 of their 2 common games so far. The results against these shared teams may serve as an indicator of what to expect when the two teams meet head-to-head.

Conclusion

With Oxbow seeking to build on its home form and Danville looking to maintain their dominance in the district, the upcoming games between these two schools promise to be a thrilling spectacle. Both teams have important matchups ahead, and as their seasons unfold, these games could prove pivotal in shaping their playoff hopes.

The first game between these rivals will tip off on January 10 at 7:30 p.m. in Danville. Fans of both teams should expect a competitive contest as both Oxbow and Danville bring their best to the court. Will Oxbow find a way to upset the strong Danville team, or will the Indians continue their march toward a top playoff seed? Only time will tell.