The Rockland (ID) varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference game against Dietrich (ID) on Friday, January 17 at 7:30 p.m.

Rockland vs Dietrich Game Info:

What: Idaho High School Basketball
Who: Rockland (ID) vs Dietrich (ID)
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Rockland vs Dietrich

The 2024-2025 basketball season has seen two impressive teams, Dietrich and Rockland, achieving remarkable success in their respective campaigns. Both teams have displayed dominant performances and strong records, but with differences in how they’ve navigated their schedules. Here’s a closer comparison of their season performance, key players, and stats.

Team Records

• Dietrich: With a 10-1 overall record, Dietrich has been dominant both at home (6-0) and on the road (3-1). Their undefeated conference record (5-0) highlights their strength within the league. With a solid point differential (805 points scored vs. 626 points allowed), Dietrich boasts a remarkable win percentage of .909.
• Rockland: Rockland has a similarly impressive 9-1 overall record, with a slightly lower win percentage of .900. However, they too are unbeaten in conference play (3-0). The team has been particularly strong on the road, boasting a 6-0 away record, although they’ve been less successful in neutral site games (0-1). Their point differential stands at 591 points scored and 399 points allowed.

Scoring Averages

• Dietrich: Averaging 73.2 points per game, Dietrich’s offense is firing on all cylinders. They are particularly strong in the first quarter (19.1 points) and have a consistent scoring output across all four quarters. The team’s ability to close games with strong scoring in the fourth quarter (17.4 points) demonstrates their overall offensive depth.
• Rockland: Rockland averages 59.1 points per game, significantly lower than Dietrich’s. While they start strong with 20.5 points in the first quarter, they struggle to maintain the same scoring intensity throughout the game. The team has particularly had challenges in the fourth quarter, where they average just 10.3 points per game.

Key Players

• Dietrich:
  • Connor Perkins: Leading the team in points (23.2 PPG), assists (3.1 APG), and steals (3.7 SPG), Perkins has been instrumental in Dietrich’s success.
  • Brody Torgerson: Averaging 12.1 rebounds per game, Torgerson has been a force on the boards, contributing significantly to the team’s defense and second-chance opportunities.
• Rockland:
  • While Rockland doesn’t have the standout statistics of a player like Perkins, they have a well-rounded team that has excelled in defensive metrics, especially with players contributing in key areas like rebounds and blocks.

Common Opponents

Both teams have faced several common opponents, including schools like Challis, Hansen, Castleford, Murtaugh, and Carey. The results from these matchups show that:

• Dietrich has been perfect against these teams, winning all six of their matchups with an average margin of victory.
• Rockland also performed admirably, winning six out of seven matchups. Their lone loss came against Butte County, where they were narrowly defeated 54-44.

Record Breakdown

• Dietrich:
  • 5-0 in conference play, 6-1 in non-league games, and perfect at home.
  • They have been particularly strong in neutral site games, with a flawless 1-0 record.
• Rockland:
  • Like Dietrich, Rockland is undefeated in conference play. However, their 3-1 home record and strong 6-0 away performance highlight their ability to perform on the road.

The Road Ahead

With both teams holding impressive records, the remainder of the season will be crucial. Dietrich will need to continue their high-scoring ways and maintain their defensive strength, while Rockland will need to improve their offensive consistency, especially in the fourth quarter, to match Dietrich’s scoring output.

As both teams continue to rack up wins, they will be looking to dominate their upcoming games and possibly meet in a postseason showdown. The exciting contrast between Dietrich’s high-scoring offense and Rockland’s solid all-around game makes their rivalry one to watch in the coming months.