The Rapid City Central varsity basketball team (Rapid City, SD) will host Jefferson (Sioux Falls, SD) for a home conference game on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 7:30 p.m.
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What: South Dakota High School Basketball
Who: Rapid City Central vs Jefferson
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
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Basketball Team Comparison: Jefferson vs. Rapid City Central (2024-25)
As the 2024-25 basketball season progresses, the matchups between schools across the state are heating up. One of the most anticipated encounters is between the Jefferson and Rapid City Central teams, both of which have shown varying levels of performance so far. Let’s take a closer look at the statistics, rankings, and records of these two teams to understand their current standings.
Jefferson (24-25) Overview
Jefferson has had a mixed record in the 2024-25 season with an overall win-loss record of 2-3. Their region performance is identical at 2-3, showing that they’ve faced challenges in both their home and away games. Jefferson has a 0-1 record in away games, yet they remain undefeated on neutral ground with a 2-0 mark. Despite this inconsistent performance, Jefferson has maintained an impressive .400 win percentage, both overall and within their region. The team has managed to score a total of 309 points while allowing 307.
Their offensive average stands at 61.8 points per game, which indicates a solid offensive game plan. Jefferson has found some success in their wins, notably against Roosevelt (69-56) and Brandon Valley (62-56), but they’ve also faced tough competition, falling to O’Gorman (55-51), Washington (72-64), and Lincoln (68-63).
Rapid City Central (24-25) Overview
Rapid City Central, on the other hand, has had a tougher season, recording a 1-4 overall record and a 1-4 record within their region. Their home game struggles are evident with a 0-3 record, but they have been slightly more competitive on the road, with a 1-1 record in away games. Like Jefferson, Rapid City Central has a .200 win percentage overall and in the region, which is a considerable gap compared to Jefferson’s performance. The team has scored 255 points while conceding 304.
With an average of 51.0 points per game, Rapid City Central has had difficulty keeping up with more high-scoring opponents. Their only victory came against Aberdeen Central (61-58), but they’ve had several close losses, including a narrow 75-65 defeat to Huron. The team’s struggles have been visible in their recent game against Stevens, where they were defeated 48-26.
Common Opponents
Both teams have faced common opponents throughout the season, providing valuable insight into how they match up against similar competition. Jefferson holds a 2-3 record against common opponents, while Rapid City Central stands at 1-4. Notable matchups include Jefferson’s wins over Roosevelt and Brandon Valley, while Rapid City Central lost to schools like Huron, Mitchell, and Pierre T.F. Riggs. The results against these teams show a clear difference in performance between the two squads.
Key Upcoming Games
Looking ahead, Jefferson has several key matchups, including games against teams like Stevens (1/11/25) and Yankton (1/21/25), which could help them improve their standing. Similarly, Rapid City Central will face crucial games against teams like Roosevelt (1/11/25) and Harrisburg (2/14/25), aiming to find some momentum to turn their season around.
Summary
In summary, while both Jefferson and Rapid City Central have shown their potential, Jefferson’s stronger overall and regional performance places them ahead in the standings. Their higher average points per game and solid victories against tough teams provide a more promising outlook for the remainder of the season. Rapid City Central, however, will need to improve on both offense and defense to become more competitive in their upcoming games. As both teams continue to face off against their league opponents, their performance in the coming weeks will be crucial to their success and postseason aspirations.
