The Saydel varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference game against Grand View Christian today at 7:30 PM in Des Moines, IA.
Saydel vs Grand View Christian Game Info:
What: Iowa High School Basketball
Who: Saydel (IA) vs Grand View Christian (IA)
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here
Game preview: Saydel vs Grand View Christian
As the Grand View Christian (Des Moines, IA) varsity basketball team prepares to face Saydel (Des Moines, IA) in an exciting non-conference matchup on January 31, 2025, let’s take a closer look at the two teams’ records, statistics, and how they stack up against each other.
Grand View Christian: A Perfect Start to the Season
Grand View Christian is off to an impressive start in the 2024-2025 season, boasting a perfect 7-0 overall record. With a 1.000 win percentage, the team has dominated their games both at home and on the road, maintaining a flawless 3-0 record in both locations. They also have a perfect 1-0 record in neutral site games, which shows their ability to perform under various conditions.
The team’s offensive power is clear, averaging 75.4 points per game across the first seven contests. Their scoring is well-balanced, with strong outputs in every quarter—8 points in the first, 10 in the second, 20 in the third, and 18 in the fourth. With a total of 528 points scored and only 282 points allowed, Grand View Christian’s defense has been just as solid, allowing an average of just 40.3 points per game.
Saydel: Struggling in the Early Part of the Season
In contrast, Saydel has faced more challenges so far this season, holding a 2-4 record overall. Their performance has been inconsistent, particularly in conference play, where they sit at 1-4. However, they have found some success at home, boasting a 2-1 record, which contrasts sharply with their struggles on the road, where they are winless at 0-3.
Saydel’s offense averages 54.7 points per game, far below Grand View Christian’s production. The team has struggled to put up points consistently, with an especially noticeable dip in the fourth quarter, where they score only 10 points on average. Despite their lower offensive output, their defense has kept them in games, allowing 319 points, or an average of 53.2 points per game.
Head-to-Head and Common Opponents
The game will also feature some common opponents, providing insight into how the teams might match up. Grand View Christian has faced and won against several teams, including Roland-Story (89-60), Greene County (71-29), West Marshall (70-28), and South Hamilton (93-31). Saydel, on the other hand, has struggled against many of the same opponents, with notable losses to Roland-Story, West Marshall, and Nevada.
Looking at their common opponents’ records, Grand View Christian holds a perfect 5-0 record against them, while Saydel has managed just a 1-4 record in similar matchups. This further underscores the challenges Saydel has faced early in the season.
Outlook for the January 31 Matchup
As the teams prepare for their showdown, the contrast between their performances so far this season is clear. Grand View Christian enters the game as the heavy favorite with their perfect record and high-scoring offense. Saydel, though, will need to find ways to improve their consistency and offensive production if they hope to keep up with the high-powered Grand View Christian squad.
Both teams will also look to build momentum for the remainder of their seasons. For Grand View Christian, maintaining their undefeated streak will be a key goal, while Saydel will aim to turn things around and start producing more victories, particularly in conference play.
As the teams face off, fans can expect an exciting game, with Grand View Christian’s dominant offense taking on Saydel’s scrappy defense. The result could be a pivotal moment in both teams’ seasons, with Grand View Christian looking to continue their undefeated run and Saydel hoping for an upset. The game tips off at 7:30 PM on January 31, 2025, at Grand View Christian’s home court.
