The Rapid City Christian (Rapid City, SD) varsity basketball team is set to play a neutral non-conference game against Trinity (Dickinson, ND) today at 5 p.m.

Here’s what you need Basketball to know:

What: South Dakota High School Basketball
Who: Rapid City Christian vs Trinity
When: Saturday, January 4, 2025
Time: 5:00. p.m. ET
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Trinity vs. Rapid City Christian: A Showdown Between Two Basketball Powerhouses

Today, basketball fans are in for an exciting matchup between two of the top high school basketball teams: Trinity (Dickinson, ND) and Rapid City Christian (Rapid City, SD). Both teams come into this non-conference game with impressive records and will be looking to extend their winning streaks.

Team Overview

Trinity (24-25)

• Record: 5-1 overall (1-1 at home, 4-0 on neutral ground)
• Points For (PF): 349
• Points Against (PA): 250
• Scoring Average: 58.2 points per game

Trinity has had a solid season so far, showing strength on neutral ground with a perfect 4-0 record. Their overall performance, while strong, includes a loss at home, which they will be looking to improve upon. Their scoring average reflects a balanced and efficient offensive strategy, putting up 58.2 points per game.

Rapid City Christian (24-25)

• Record: 5-0 overall (1-0 away, 4-0 on neutral ground)
• Points For (PF): 381
• Points Against (PA): 218
• Scoring Average: 76.2 points per game
• Scoring by Quarter: 15.0 (Q1), 19.0 (Q2), 24.0 (Q3), 21.0 (Q4)

Rapid City Christian enters the game with a perfect 5-0 record, boasting an impressive average of 76.2 points per game. Their ability to score consistently across all four quarters, especially in the second and third quarters, highlights their offensive firepower. Their defense has also been formidable, as seen in their 218 points allowed so far this season.

Head-to-Head

The game between Trinity and Rapid City Christian today promises to be a thriller. With the match set to begin at 5 p.m., both teams will be looking to showcase their strengths and prove who is the top team in this non-conference battle.

Both teams have not yet faced each other this season, so this matchup will be their first direct competition, adding to the intrigue of the game. Each team will look to build momentum and establish dominance early on, as they both bring undefeated records on neutral ground into this game.

Common Opponents

Although these two teams have not yet faced each other directly, both will take on common opponents later in the season. Trinity and Rapid City Christian will meet Shiloh Christian at different points in the season. Trinity will face them on January 30, 2025, at home, while Rapid City Christian hosted Shiloh Christian earlier this year on January 3, 2025.

Record Breakdown

Trinity (24-25)

• Overall: 5-1
• League: 0-0
• Non-League: 5-1
• Home: 1-1
• Away: 0-0
• Neutral: 4-0

Rapid City Christian (24-25)

• Overall: 5-0
• League: 0-0
• Non-League: 1-0
• Away: 1-0
• Neutral: 4-0

What to Expect

With both teams coming into the game with strong records, this will likely be a hard-fought contest. Trinity’s ability to perform on neutral ground will be tested by Rapid City Christian’s high-scoring offense, which has averaged over 76 points per game. If Trinity’s defense can hold strong and limit Rapid City Christian’s offensive output, they will have a good chance of competing.

Fans can expect a thrilling game as both teams strive for victory, and each will be looking to carry their momentum forward in the season.