The Tooele (UT) varsity basketball team will host a home non-conference game against Ben Lomond (Ogden, UT) today at 7:00 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Utah High School Basketball
Who: Tooele vs Ben Lomond
When: Today, November 20, 2024
Time: 7:00. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch on NFHS Network

2024-2025 Season Preview: Ben Lomond vs. Tooele Basketball

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season kicks off, the rivalry between Ben Lomond and Tooele is already setting the stage for an exciting series of matchups. While both teams enter the season with a 0-0 record, the competition is sure to heat up as they face off against common opponents and each other in league and non-league games. Here’s a closer look at their schedules, record breakdowns, and what to expect in the coming months.

Ben Lomond and Tooele: An Overview

Both Ben Lomond and Tooele are looking to make their mark in the 2024-2025 basketball season. Currently, both teams have yet to register a win or loss, with each boasting a record of 0-0 across all categories—home, away, and neutral games. While it’s early days, the teams’ respective journeys will likely unfold over the course of several thrilling games.

Common Opponents

Both teams will face off against a number of common opponents throughout the season, which could give fans a glimpse of how they stack up against one another. Here’s a look at their shared rivals and scheduled matchups:

• Kearns: Ben Lomond will host Kearns on November 26, while Tooele will face them at home on December 18.
• Uintah: Ben Lomond will take on Uintah at home on December 6, and Tooele will meet them on the road on December 13.
• Park City: Both teams will see action against Park City, with Ben Lomond at home on January 6 and Tooele traveling on December 17 and January 24.
• Union: Ben Lomond will square off against Union on January 10 and January 29, while Tooele plays Union on December 14.
• Grantsville: Ben Lomond will face Grantsville on January 17 and February 5, while Tooele’s matchups will be on December 11 and February 5.
• Morgan: Ben Lomond will host Morgan on January 22 and February 7, while Tooele will take on Morgan at home on December 2.

These common opponents will help both teams gauge their competition and prepare for their head-to-head matchups. However, each team has its own challenges and strengths, making these games pivotal for both Ben Lomond and Tooele as they push for success.

Record Breakdown

As of now, both teams are tied with a 0-0 record in every category—overall, league, and non-league play. No games have been played, and the head-to-head record between the two teams is yet to be determined. The same is true for their performances in both in-state and out-of-state games.

The breakdown of these records is as follows:

• Ben Lomond (24-25):
  • Overall: 0-0
  • Home: 0-0
  • Away: 0-0
  • Neutral: 0-0
  • League: 0-0
  • Non-League: 0-0
  • Playoff: 0-0
  • In-State: 0-0
  • Out-of-State: 0-0
• Tooele (24-25):
  • Overall: 0-0
  • Home: 0-0
  • Away: 0-0
  • Neutral: 0-0
  • League: 0-0
  • Non-League: 0-0
  • Playoff: 0-0
  • In-State: 0-0
  • Out-of-State: 0-0

What to Expect

With both teams coming into the season with clean slates, there are many questions surrounding their performance. The games against common opponents will be especially telling, as these will provide an early sense of how both teams are measuring up in their league. Their encounters with teams like Grantsville, Union, and Morgan will be key to understanding their strengths and areas of improvement.

The rivalry between Ben Lomond and Tooele will undoubtedly add an extra layer of excitement, particularly when the teams face each other later in the season. The atmosphere is expected to be electric, as both schools look to make an impact in the 2024-2025 campaign.

Ultimately, the success of these teams will hinge on their ability to capitalize on early matchups, build chemistry, and secure key wins as they head into the middle of the season. Fans will be eager to watch how these teams evolve and how their head-to-head battles shape the course of the season.