The Rainier (OR) varsity basketball team will play a home conference game against Warrenton (OR) on Friday, January 10, at 6:00 PM.

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What: Oregon High School Basketball
Who: Rainier (OR) vs Warrenton (OR)
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 6:00. p.m. ET
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Warrenton vs. Rainier: A Rivalry in the Making

As the basketball season progresses, one of the most exciting matchups for fans and players alike is the rivalry between the Warrenton and Rainier varsity teams. With the first game scheduled for Friday, January 10th at 6:00 PM in Rainier, and a second encounter on January 30th in Warrenton, these games are set to deliver intense action and high stakes.

Team Performance Overview

Warrenton comes into the matchup with a solid 7-6 record, showing a balanced performance both at home and on the road. Their overall win percentage stands at .538, indicating a team that is competitive in nearly every game they play. They’ve scored a total of 761 points this season, averaging 58.5 points per game, while conceding 644 points.

Rainier, however, has struggled this season, currently sitting at 2-9 with a win percentage of just .182. With only one home win and one away win, their offense has struggled, scoring only 357 points over the season—averaging just 32.5 points per game. The team has allowed 606 points, reflecting the challenges they’ve faced on both ends of the court.

Head-to-Head Matchup

The two teams will meet in Rainier for the first game on January 10th, with another highly anticipated matchup in Warrenton on January 30th. Historically, Warrenton has performed better in the face of common opponents this season. In their game against Clatskanie on December 4th, Warrenton emerged victorious with a dominant 56-15 win. Rainier, in contrast, faced Clatskanie on December 16th and suffered a heavy defeat, losing 55-30.

Both teams will look to build on their respective performances in the upcoming head-to-head games, and it will be a chance for Rainier to rebound and try to gain a foothold in their season.

Common Opponents Breakdown

The season’s common opponents show that Warrenton has had better results. For instance, Warrenton played Corbett, Yamhill-Carlton, and Neah-Kah-Nie already, with mixed results, but they have proven resilient in their non-league matches. Rainier, on the other hand, still has several of these games ahead of them, with their upcoming contests against Corbett, Yamhill-Carlton, and Neah-Kah-Nie looking like opportunities for the team to regroup and find their rhythm.

With both teams facing off against similar opponents in the coming weeks, it’s clear that these early season results will play a significant role in shaping the dynamic of the Warrenton-Rainier rivalry.

What’s at Stake?

The upcoming games on January 10th and 30th will serve as critical moments for both teams. For Warrenton, a win could solidify their position in the conference, building momentum as they look to compete with other league opponents. On the other hand, Rainier will be hoping to break their current losing streak and find a way to challenge their rivals, potentially using these games to spark a turnaround in their season.

With the scoring averages favoring Warrenton by a large margin, Rainier will need to make major adjustments to both their offense and defense to keep up. Their ability to contain Warrenton’s offense and find ways to score efficiently will be key if they want to keep the rivalry competitive.

Conclusion

The upcoming meetings between Warrenton and Rainier are more than just another basketball game—they are a chance for each team to prove themselves in one of the most important matchups of the season. Fans should expect a game full of passion, energy, and competitive drive as both teams aim to make their mark in the league and establish themselves as a force to be reckoned with.