The Freedom Prep Academy (Provo, UT) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against Pinnacle (Price, UT) today at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Utah High School Basketball
Who: Pinnacle vs Freedom Prep Academy
When: Today, November 20, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

Pinnacle vs. Freedom Prep Academy: A 2024-2025 Season Preview

As the 2024-2025 sports season gets underway, both Pinnacle and Freedom Prep Academy are gearing up for a competitive year. With both teams starting the season at 0-0 overall, this year promises fresh opportunities and challenges for each program. In this preview, we’ll take a closer look at both teams’ schedules, their records against common opponents, and what to expect from them throughout the season.

Pinnacle (2024-2025 Season Overview)

Pinnacle enters the new season with an undefeated, but untested, record of 0-0. Both their home and away records are also marked as 0-0, reflecting that the team has yet to play a game. With a clean slate, the team is eager to build momentum and set a strong foundation for the rest of the season.

Pinnacle’s Key Games:

• 11/21/24: Pinnacle at Merit Preparatory Academy
• 12/21/24: Pinnacle at Merit Preparatory Academy
• 12/7/24: Pinnacle vs. Escalante (Home)
• 12/17/24: Pinnacle at Utah Military Academy – Hill Field
• 12/19/24: Pinnacle vs. Salt Lake Academy (Home)
• 2/1/25: Pinnacle at Telos

With a mix of home and away games, Pinnacle will face off against teams like Merit Preparatory Academy, Escalante, and Salt Lake Academy. The team’s performance in these early games will be crucial in setting the tone for their season.

Freedom Prep Academy (2024-2025 Season Overview)

Much like Pinnacle, Freedom Prep Academy begins their season with a 0-0 record overall, and they also have yet to play any games, both at home and away. Their schedule features several similar matchups with Pinnacle, which could make for an exciting head-to-head rivalry as the season progresses.

Freedom Prep Academy’s Key Games:

• 1/17/25: Freedom Prep Academy at Merit Preparatory Academy
• 11/22/24: Freedom Prep Academy vs. American Leadership Academy (Home)
• 1/24/25: Freedom Prep Academy at Escalante
• 12/3/24: Freedom Prep Academy vs. Utah Military Academy – Camp Williams (Home)
• 12/6/24: Freedom Prep Academy vs. Telos (Home)

Freedom Prep Academy will be tested by several tough opponents, including Merit Preparatory Academy, Utah Military Academy – Camp Williams, and Telos. Their ability to perform in these games will be key to their success throughout the season.

Common Opponents: Pinnacle vs. Freedom Prep Academy

Both teams share several common opponents, which could provide an interesting comparison as the season unfolds. Here’s a breakdown of the common teams they will face:

• Merit Preparatory Academy: Both teams will face off against Merit Prep in multiple games. Pinnacle’s first match is on 11/21/24, while Freedom Prep plays their first against them on 1/17/25.
• American Leadership Academy: Pinnacle will play American Leadership Academy at home on 11/26/24, while Freedom Prep hosts them on 11/22/24.
• Escalante: Pinnacle plays Escalante on 12/7/24 at home, while Freedom Prep travels to Escalante on 1/24/25.
• Utah Military Academy – Hill Field: Pinnacle faces off against Utah Military Academy – Hill Field on 12/17/24, while Freedom Prep plays them on 1/21/25.
• Salt Lake Academy: Pinnacle will host Salt Lake Academy on 12/19/24, while Freedom Prep travels to Salt Lake Academy on 1/14/25.
• Telos: Pinnacle travels to Telos on 2/1/25, while Freedom Prep plays Telos at home on 12/6/24.

These shared matchups will give both teams opportunities to measure their progress against similar competition. The outcomes of these games could heavily influence the season’s momentum for each program.

Record Breakdown: Pinnacle vs. Freedom Prep Academy

Both teams begin their season with a clean record. Their shared opponents present an exciting storyline for fans and analysts to track throughout the year. The following record breakdowns show where both teams stand:

• Overall Record: Both teams are 0-0 as of the start of the season.
• Home Record: Both teams are also 0-0 at home.
• Away Record: Similarly, both teams have a 0-0 away record.
• Non-League and League Records: Neither team has played any league or non-league games yet, so they both begin the season with a fresh slate in both categories.

Looking Ahead

As the season progresses, both Pinnacle and Freedom Prep Academy will look to carve out their identities on the field. The upcoming matchups against common opponents like Merit Preparatory Academy, Escalante, and Utah Military Academy will be critical to understanding how these teams stack up against each other.

For Pinnacle, the challenge will be getting off to a strong start, especially in their home games. For Freedom Prep Academy, the road games against teams like Salt Lake Academy and Telos will test their ability to perform on the road.

The 2024-2025 season holds plenty of promise for both Pinnacle and Freedom Prep Academy, and fans can expect an exciting campaign filled with thrilling matchups, especially as both teams go head-to-head against mutual opponents. The battle for dominance will be one to watch as the season unfolds.