The Shippensburg (PA) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against Gettysburg (PA) on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 7:30 PM.

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What: Pennsylvania High School Basketball
Who: Shippensburg vs Gettysburg
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
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Basketball Showdown: Gettysburg vs. Shippensburg

The upcoming basketball matchup between Gettysburg and Shippensburg promises to be an exciting contest with both teams eager to bounce back from tough starts. Scheduled for January 10th, 2025, at 7:30 PM in Shippensburg, this game marks the first of two meetings between the teams this season. Gettysburg will then host Shippensburg on February 5th at 7:30 PM for their second faceoff.

Team Records and Performance Breakdown

As of January 2025, both teams have had a challenging season. Gettysburg holds a 1-5 record overall, including a 1-2 record at home and 0-3 on the road. Shippensburg, on the other hand, has struggled even more with a 1-7 overall record, going 0-4 at home, 1-4 on the road, and 0-1 in neutral site games. These results reflect their difficulties in both non-conference and conference play.

• Gettysburg (24-25) Record:
  • Overall: 1-5
  • Home: 1-2
  • Away: 0-3
  • Scoring Average: 44.2 points per game (PPG)
  • Opponent Average: 57.8 PPG
• Shippensburg (24-25) Record:
  • Overall: 1-7
  • Home: 0-4
  • Away: 1-4
  • Scoring Average: 43.4 PPG
  • Opponent Average: 55.3 PPG

Despite these rough records, both teams have shown moments of competitive basketball. Gettysburg’s offensive output averages 44.2 points per game, with a notable fourth-quarter surge at 16.0 points per game. Shippensburg has a slightly higher average of 43.4 points, though their offensive consistency is often unpredictable.

Head-to-Head Comparison

In terms of recent performance, Gettysburg and Shippensburg both face a shared struggle against common opponents. Both teams have faltered against teams like West Perry, East Pennsboro, and Middletown, with Gettysburg holding a 0-4 record against common opponents and Shippensburg slightly worse at 0-6.

The close contests against teams like Red Lion, Waynesboro, and Greencastle-Antrim have highlighted key areas of improvement for both squads. With both teams seeking to build on these matchups, the game on January 10th provides an opportunity for one of these programs to regain momentum.

Common Opponents and Results

Both Gettysburg and Shippensburg have faced a series of strong opponents this season, with neither team securing victories in their encounters. Below are the results of some notable common opponent matchups:

• Red Lion: Gettysburg lost 63-36 on December 4th, and Shippensburg will face them in February.
• West Perry: Gettysburg and Shippensburg both struggled, with Shippensburg playing West Perry on January 7th.
• East Pennsboro: Gettysburg fell 67-35 on December 13th, and Shippensburg suffered a 51-42 loss to East Pennsboro in December.
• Middletown: Gettysburg lost 56-40 on December 16th, while Shippensburg’s December 13th game ended in a 62-35 defeat.

Team Scoring Trends

Gettysburg’s scoring pattern has been characterized by stronger performances in the later stages of games, especially in the fourth quarter. Averaging 16 points in the final quarter, they’ve shown an ability to close games more effectively than their first three periods.

Shippensburg, by contrast, has shown significant strength in the second and third quarters, averaging 19 and 17 points respectively in those periods. However, their drop in scoring in the first and fourth quarters has often been a challenge to overcome.

What’s Next?

The upcoming game between Gettysburg and Shippensburg will be a pivotal moment for both teams. Both squads need to overcome their current struggles and capitalize on their respective strengths to secure a win. With their records on the line, this non-conference matchup could be the turning point in their seasons.

Both teams have shared challenges in their common opponents, but this game gives them a fresh opportunity to make improvements, capitalize on weaknesses, and potentially shift the direction of their season.

Final Thoughts

Gettysburg’s ability to close out games in the fourth quarter could give them an edge, especially against a Shippensburg team that struggles with consistency. However, Shippensburg’s strong second and third-quarter play means they are capable of building significant leads if they can sustain that intensity through all four periods. It’s shaping up to be a highly competitive game that may very well go down to the wire.

Basketball fans should mark their calendars for January 10th at 7:30 PM as these two teams clash in what promises to be an exciting contest.