The Peabody varsity basketball team from Trenton, TN, will host Ripley, TN, in a home conference game on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 6:00 PM.

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What: Tennessee High School Basketball
Who: Peabody vs Ripley
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 6:00. p.m. ET
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Ripley vs. Peabody: A Closer Look at the Upcoming Basketball Matchup

As the Ripley Tigers gear up to take on the Peabody Golden Tide in a pair of highly anticipated conference matchups this January, the stage is set for an intriguing clash of teams with contrasting records, styles, and momentum. Here’s a deep dive into their rankings, records, scoring patterns, and past performances ahead of their first showdown on January 10 at Peabody High School.

Team Records and Rankings

The Ripley Tigers (7-9) enter this game ranked 215th in Tennessee and 32nd in their class. Despite their sub-.500 record, Ripley has shown flashes of competitiveness throughout the season, particularly in close games.

On the other side, Peabody boasts a stellar 15-1 record and is ranked 24th in Tennessee, 2nd in their class. With an impressive .938 winning percentage, Peabody has consistently proven to be a dominant force both at home and on the road.

Scoring Averages

Ripley’s scoring averages reveal a steady yet modest offensive output, with a focus on late-game pushes:

• Q1: 10.8 points
• Q2: 8.5 points
• Q3: 9.5 points
• Q4: 13.3 points
  Final: 55.5 points per game

Meanwhile, Peabody displays a high-powered offense, particularly in the early stages of games:

• Q1: 21.0 points
• Q2: 19.5 points
• Q3: 3.0 points*
• Q4: 1.0 points*
  Final: 68.2 points per game
  (*Note: Some scoring data may reflect games where starters were rested after establishing large leads.)

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced several shared opponents this season, with mixed results:

• Jackson North Side: Ripley lost both matchups (46-40 and 70-49), while Peabody also fell short in their lone game (72-64).
• Dyersburg: Ripley split their games, earning a narrow 58-57 win but falling 47-45 in the rematch. Peabody secured a hard-fought 46-44 victory.

While Ripley has struggled against these common opponents with a 1-4 record, Peabody holds a slightly better 1-1 mark, highlighting their ability to adapt and edge out tight contests.

Home and Away Dynamics

Ripley’s road record of 3-3 suggests they are capable of competing away from home, but Peabody’s 6-0 undefeated streak on their home court presents a formidable challenge. The Golden Tide’s strong home-court advantage will undoubtedly play a key role in the January 10 matchup.

Game Previews

• January 10, 2025: Ripley will travel to Peabody for their first head-to-head clash. The Tigers will need to bring their A-game to compete against Peabody’s potent offense and well-rounded play.
• January 28, 2025: Peabody will head to Ripley for the second leg of their conference rivalry. Ripley will look to leverage home-court energy to even the score.

Key Takeaways

Peabody enters the matchup as the clear favorite, with superior rankings, a dominant record, and a more explosive offense. However, Ripley has shown resilience in close games, and their late-game scoring ability could help them stay competitive.

For Ripley to succeed, they’ll need to:

• Tighten their defense to slow down Peabody’s high-scoring starts.
• Capitalize on Peabody’s rare lapses, as seen in their lone loss to Jackson North Side.

For Peabody, maintaining their offensive tempo and leveraging their home-court advantage should put them in a strong position to continue their winning streak.