The Winooski (VT) varsity basketball team will play a home conference game against Richford (VT) on Friday, February 14, at 7:30 p.m.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Vermont High School Basketball
Who: Richford vs Winooski
When: Friday, February 14, 2025
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Richford vs Winooski

As the Vermont high school basketball season progresses, two teams have stood out in the standings: Richford and Winooski. Both schools boast strong records, making their head-to-head matchups and common opponents critical to understanding their strengths and weaknesses. Let’s take a closer look at their season performances and upcoming game preview.

Team Overview

Richford Rockets (24-25)
Richford enters this season with an overall record of 12-5 and a district record of 8-3. Their win percentage stands at an impressive .706, with their offensive output averaging 58.1 points per game. On defense, they have allowed 728 points in total, giving them a point differential of +259. The Rockets have proven their ability to win on their home court, posting an 8-2 record at home, although they’ve faced more challenges in away games, where they hold a 4-2 record.

Winooski Spartans (24-25)
Winooski’s performance has been similarly strong, with a 13-5 overall record and a 7-4 district record, giving them a win percentage of .722. The Spartans’ offensive game has been solid, averaging 54.2 points per game. Defensively, they’ve allowed 757 points, resulting in a +219 point differential. While their home record of 5-2 is solid, they have been especially strong in away games, with a 7-2 record. However, their neutral-site games have been a challenge, recording just a 1-1 mark.

Recent Head-to-Head

The most recent head-to-head meeting between Richford and Winooski occurred on January 8, 2025, in a conference game at Richford. The Rockets emerged victorious, winning 44-39 in a hard-fought battle. Both teams will look to bounce back as Winooski hosts Richford in their next matchup on February 14, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. This game promises to be an exciting contest as both teams aim to improve their district standing.

Team Scoring Averages

Looking at the scoring averages, Richford tends to start strong, scoring an average of 14.0 points in the first quarter, followed by solid second and third quarters with 9.0 and 13.0 points, respectively. Their strength comes in the fourth quarter, where they average 17.0 points, helping them maintain a steady lead as games progress.

Winooski, on the other hand, starts with a slightly stronger first quarter at 15.0 points. However, their scoring drops in the third quarter, averaging just 6.0 points. Much like Richford, the Spartans finish strong, averaging 18.0 points in the fourth quarter to stay competitive late in the game.

Common Opponents

Both Richford and Winooski have faced a number of the same opponents this season. Among their common opponents, Danville and Stowe have posed challenges for both teams. Richford faced Danville three times, suffering two narrow losses (56-53 and 48-46). Similarly, Winooski went 0-2 against Danville but narrowly lost 42-41 in both of their contests. Against Stowe, both teams recorded victories: Richford won 58-33 at home, while Winooski claimed a 62-46 win at home.

Record Breakdown

• Richford (12-5)

  • League: 8-3
  • Non-League: 4-2
  • Home: 8-2
  • Away: 4-2
  • Common Opponent Record: 9-5
  • Head-to-Head vs. Winooski: 1-0

• Winooski (13-5)

  • League: 7-4
  • Non-League: 6-1
  • Home: 5-2
  • Away: 7-2
  • Common Opponent Record: 11-3
  • Head-to-Head vs. Richford: 0-1

Upcoming Game: February 14, 2025

The highly anticipated game on February 14 will be a crucial matchup for both teams. Richford will look to extend its winning streak over Winooski, while the Spartans will be eager to get back on track after the January loss. The game promises to be a competitive affair, and the outcome could play a significant role in shaping the district standings as both teams prepare for playoff contention.

As the season heads toward the final stretch, both Richford and Winooski will need to fine-tune their gameplay, particularly in areas where they’ve faced challenges this season. Will Richford continue its dominance, or will Winooski rise to the occasion in their home gym? Tune in to find out on February 14 at 7:30 p.m.