The Shanley High School varsity basketball team will host Fargo Davies for a home conference game on Friday, December 20, 2024, at 7:15 PM.

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What: North Dakota High School Basketball
Who: Shanley vs Fargo Davies
When: Friday, December 20, 2024
Time: 7:15. p.m. ET
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Fargo Davies vs. Shanley: A 2024-2025 Basketball Season Preview

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season heats up, fans of Fargo Davies and Shanley are gearing up for an exciting clash. The two teams will meet twice this season, first on Friday, December 20, at 7:15 PM at Shanley, and again on January 31, 2025, at Fargo Davies. With both teams aiming for improvement, this season’s matchups are set to offer plenty of action on the court.

Team Overview

Fargo Davies enters the season with a solid 1-1 overall record. While they’ve only played two games so far, their scoring offense has been impressive, putting up an average of 69 points per game. This suggests a potent offensive game that will likely challenge any defense they face.

Shanley, on the other hand, has had a rough start to their season, currently sitting at 0-4. Their struggles have been apparent, especially with a tough 0-3 record in away games. However, they’re looking to build momentum and turn things around, and with a scoring average of 57.5 points per game, they are not far off from being competitive in the right matchup.

Head-to-Head Matchups

The first of the two scheduled games will take place at Shanley on December 20. Fargo Davies will look to continue their strong start and take advantage of Shanley’s early struggles. Shanley will be looking for redemption after a tough start to the season, hoping to turn the tide with a strong home-court advantage.

In their second meeting on January 31, 2025, the game shifts to Fargo Davies, where the home team will once again seek to dominate. Fargo Davies will aim to capitalize on their overall strong performance, while Shanley will be looking to make strides and perhaps pick up a key win on the road.

Common Opponents

Both teams will face common opponents throughout the season, offering additional insight into their strengths and weaknesses. Some key matchups include:

• Grand Forks Central: Fargo Davies will face them on January 7 and February 7, while Shanley already played them on December 12, losing 66-62. Both teams will be looking to improve against this challenging opponent.
• Fargo South and Fargo North: Both teams will meet these squads multiple times this season, including a showdown between Fargo Davies and Fargo South on January 10, and Shanley facing them on January 7. Both teams have equally challenging games ahead as they look to navigate these fixtures.
• Red River and Sheyenne: Both teams will meet these opponents in January and February, giving them further opportunities to gauge their progress.

Statistical Breakdown

Here’s a deeper look at the teams’ season stats:

Fargo Davies (24-25)

• Overall Record: 1-1
• Win %: .500
• Scoring Average: 69.0 PPG
• Points For: 138
• Points Against: 144

Shanley (24-25)

• Overall Record: 0-4
• Win %: .000
• Scoring Average: 57.5 PPG
• Points For: 230
• Points Against: 302

While Fargo Davies has shown strong potential in their two games with a higher scoring output, Shanley has struggled defensively, allowing an average of 75.5 points per game across their four losses. If Shanley can tighten up their defense, they may be able to close the gap in future matchups.

What to Expect

The December 20th and January 31st games will be key to both teams’ seasons. Fargo Davies will look to continue building on their positive momentum, while Shanley will be aiming to pull off a much-needed win and regain some confidence. Both teams have a challenging slate ahead, with plenty of games against common opponents, giving these early matchups additional weight.

Expect high-scoring action, with Fargo Davies likely to have the offensive edge, but Shanley could still surprise, especially if they can improve their defense and capitalize on home court advantages. Fans should look forward to an exciting rivalry that will evolve over the course of the season.

Conclusion

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season unfolds, the matchups between Fargo Davies and Shanley promise to be thrilling. With Fargo Davies looking to build on their strong early performance and Shanley aiming for a breakthrough, these two games will be ones to watch for basketball fans in Fargo and beyond.