The Sisters High School varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference game against South Umpqua (Myrtle Creek, OR) on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at 7:00 PM.
Here’s what you need to know Basketball:
What: Oregon High School Basketball
Who: Sisters vs South Umpqua
When: Thursday, December 19, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
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South Umpqua and Sisters Basketball: A Breakdown of Their 2024-2025 Season
As the 2024-2025 basketball season progresses, two Oregon teams—South Umpqua and Sisters—are emerging as strong contenders, each with unique records and playing styles. Let’s break down their season performance, compare their statistics, and see how they stack up against each other.
South Umpqua (24-25) Season Overview
South Umpqua has had an impressive season, with a 4-1 overall record, giving them an 80% win rate. Their record at home is perfect (2-0), and they have also performed well away (1-1) and on neutral ground (1-0). Their overall scoring average stands at 56 points per game, and they’ve scored 280 points while allowing 247, maintaining a positive point differential.
- Overall Record: 4-1
- Home: 2-0
- Away: 1-1
- Neutral: 1-0
- Points Scored (PF): 280
- Points Allowed (PA): 247
- Scoring Average: 56.0 PPG
- Win Percentage: .800
South Umpqua’s solid performance has been reflected in their victory over several tough non-league opponents, although they’ve suffered a loss to La Pine on December 6, 2024 (68-53).
Sisters (24-25) Season Overview
Sisters is another team making a statement this season with a 3-2 record overall, which translates to a 60% win rate. Their home performance is strong (1-0), and they have a winning record on the road (2-1). However, they have yet to secure a win on neutral ground (0-1). Sisters has been averaging 69 points per game and has scored 345 points, allowing 298 points. This higher offensive output compared to South Umpqua reflects their aggressive playstyle.
- Overall Record: 3-2
- Home: 1-0
- Away: 2-1
- Neutral: 0-1
- Points Scored (PF): 345
- Points Allowed (PA): 298
- Scoring Average: 69.0 PPG
- Win Percentage: .600
Their offense has shown a lot of promise, especially with games like the one against Douglas on January 7, 2025, which they hope to win to further solidify their position for the rest of the season.
Head-to-Head Comparison
Looking at the direct comparison between the two teams, South Umpqua holds the advantage in terms of their overall win percentage and home court performance. However, Sisters has been more potent on offense, averaging 69 points per game compared to South Umpqua’s 56.0 PPG.
- Common Opponents: Both teams have faced La Pine, but South Umpqua lost to them on December 6, 2024, while Sisters has yet to play them this season. Their matchups against Douglas in the coming months will be critical, as both teams seek to improve their records in these head-to-head encounters.
- Home and Away Records: South Umpqua has a perfect home record (2-0), and Sisters is strong on the road (2-1). This indicates that both teams are capable of securing wins in different environments, but it remains to be seen how each team will perform in neutral-site games.
Key Games to Watch
Both teams will continue to face off against some strong opponents, but their upcoming games against La Pine and Douglas will be significant. South Umpqua faces Douglas on January 31, 2025, while Sisters will have back-to-back matchups with La Pine on January 28, 2025, and February 13 and 14, 2025. These games will be pivotal in shaping the remainder of their season.
Record Breakdown
South Umpqua has a stellar 4-0 non-league record, showing their strength outside of their league matches. Sisters, on the other hand, has a 3-2 non-league record, giving them a strong foundation to build on as the season progresses. Both teams are undefeated in their home games, with South Umpqua winning 2-0 at home and Sisters achieving a 1-0 home record.
Conclusion
Both South Umpqua and Sisters have shown tremendous potential in their early season play, each bringing different strengths to the table. South Umpqua’s solid defensive play and consistency, paired with Sisters’ explosive offense, make for an exciting matchup whenever these teams meet. With their upcoming games against La Pine and Douglas, it will be fascinating to see which team can maintain their form and come out on top. The remainder of the season promises to be an exciting battle for both teams.
