The Strasburg/Zeeland (Strasburg, ND) varsity basketball team will play a home non-conference game against North Central (Eureka, SD) on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 8:00 PM.
Game Details:
- Teams: North Central vs SZHS (Co-Op)
- Date: Friday, January 31, 2025
- Time: 8:00 PM
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North Central vs. Strasburg/Zeeland: A Comparative Analysis of 2024-2025 Season Performance
The 2024-2025 basketball season has been a competitive one for both the North Central and Strasburg/Zeeland teams. With identical overall records of 6-7, each team’s journey through the season has been a mix of victories, challenges, and efforts to maintain consistency. Let’s take a closer look at how these two teams have fared, particularly in terms of their rankings, scoring averages, and head-to-head performances.
Team Overview
North Central (24-25 Season)
- Overall Record: 6-7
- Region Record: 2-4
- Home Record: 3-3
- Away Record: 2-4
- Neutral Record: 1-0
- Win Percentage: .462
- Region Win Percentage: .333
- Points For (PF): 578
- Points Against (PA): 632
Strasburg/Zeeland (24-25 Season)
- Overall Record: 6-7
- District Record: 0-5
- Home Record: 3-1
- Away Record: 2-3
- Neutral Record: 1-3
- Win Percentage: .462
- District Win Percentage: .000
- Points For (PF): 580
- Points Against (PA): 643
Though both teams have faced similar outcomes overall, with an identical win percentage of .462, their success has been found in different areas. North Central has shown strength in non-league games with a 4-3 record, while Strasburg/Zeeland has excelled on their home court, maintaining a solid 3-1 home record.
Team Scoring Averages
The teams’ scoring averages are incredibly close, with North Central averaging 44.5 points per game and Strasburg/Zeeland at 44.6. These numbers reflect how evenly matched the teams are, despite slight differences in overall performance. The scoring consistency from both teams highlights their ability to produce offense, though both squads will need to improve defensively to compete at a higher level, as evidenced by the points allowed.
Common Opponents Breakdown
Both teams faced Herreid/Selby as a common opponent earlier in the season, which provided an interesting glimpse into their relative performances:
- North Central:
- 1/6/25: North Central vs. Herreid/Selby (L) 56-51
- 1/23/25: Herreid/Selby vs. North Central (W) 56-36
- Strasburg/Zeeland:
- 1/25/25: Strasburg/Zeeland vs. Herreid/Selby (W) 51-34
These matchups highlight how both teams fared against similar competition. North Central lost by a narrow margin in their first meeting but bounced back with a decisive win in the second. Strasburg/Zeeland, on the other hand, came away with a comfortable victory in their single meeting with Herreid/Selby.
Record Breakdown by Location
Both teams had similar results in terms of location-specific games:
- Home Games:
- North Central: 3-3
- Strasburg/Zeeland: 3-1
- Away Games:
- North Central: 2-4
- Strasburg/Zeeland: 2-3
- Neutral Games:
- North Central: 1-0
- Strasburg/Zeeland: 1-3
North Central displayed a stronger neutral record, which could be significant as the season progresses and both teams find themselves in more tournament-style matchups. On the other hand, Strasburg/Zeeland has been significantly more successful at home, posting a 3-1 record.
Looking Ahead: Key Matchups and Final Thoughts
With both teams boasting a .462 win percentage and similar records, the final stretch of the 2024-2025 season will be crucial. North Central has one more matchup against Wakpala on February 17, 2025, and Strasburg/Zeeland will face Wakpala on February 4, 2025. The outcomes of these games could be pivotal in determining the teams’ standings going into postseason play.
Both teams are working hard to close out the season on a strong note. With a close head-to-head history and competitive performances against common opponents, it’s clear that both North Central and Strasburg/Zeeland have the potential to make an impact in their respective regions and districts. Whether it’s the battle of strengths at home or the ability to perform under neutral conditions, the remaining games will surely be exciting.