The Topeka High School varsity basketball team will host Junction City High School in a conference game on Friday, January 17, at 7:30 PM.

Topeka vs Junction City Game Info:

What: Kansas High School Basketball
Who: Topeka (KS) vs Junction City (KS)
When: Friday, January 17, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game preview: Topeka vs Junction City

As the 2024-2025 high school basketball season progresses, two Kansas teams are set to face off on Friday, January 17, at 7:30 p.m. in what promises to be an intriguing matchup. Junction City (6-0) will visit Topeka (0-7) in an away conference game. With vastly different trajectories this season, this clash highlights contrasting performances and aspirations.

Team Performances at a Glance

Junction City Blue Jays

• Record: 6-0 (1-0 district)
• Home Record: 1-0
• Away Record: 4-0
• Win Percentage: 1.000
• Points For (PF): 399
• Points Against (PA): 264
• Scoring Averages by Quarter:
  • Q1: 12.0
  • Q2: 10.0
  • Q3: 17.0
  • Q4: 11.0
  • Final: 66.5

Junction City has been nothing short of dominant, boasting an undefeated record. The Blue Jays excel in the third quarter, averaging a staggering 17 points, which often gives them decisive control of games. Their balanced scoring and disciplined defense make them a formidable opponent.

Topeka Trojans

• Record: 0-7 (0-1 district)
• Home Record: 0-5
• Away Record: 0-2
• Win Percentage: .000
• Points For (PF): 344
• Points Against (PA): 508
• Scoring Averages by Quarter: 49.1 total points (quarter breakdown unavailable)

Topeka’s season has been a struggle. With no wins and a defense that has allowed over 500 points, the Trojans are looking to regroup and find a spark to turn their season around. The team’s home court could serve as a morale booster, but they will need a significant effort to contend with Junction City’s potent offense.

Head-to-Head Matchups

Friday’s game marks the first of two meetings between these teams this season. They will face off again on February 18, when Topeka travels to Junction City. Historically, Junction City has shown superior performance against common opponents, holding a 2-0 record compared to Topeka’s 0-1.

Common Opponents

• Shawnee Mission North
  • Junction City: (W) 75-53
  • Topeka: Scheduled for January 23, 24, and 25.
• Manhattan
  • Junction City: (W) 66-62
  • Topeka: Scheduled for February 5 and 14.
• Hayden
  • Junction City: Scheduled for February 7 and 25.
  • Topeka: (L) 65-50
• Washburn Rural
  • Junction City: Scheduled for January 30 and February 14.
  • Topeka: Scheduled for February 7 and 25.
• Emporia
  • Junction City: Scheduled for February 11 and 28.
  • Topeka: Scheduled for February 4 and 21.

Junction City has outperformed Topeka against shared opponents, underlining their consistency and strength.

Key Factors for Friday’s Game

Junction City

• Continue leveraging strong third quarters to pull away.
• Maintain defensive pressure to exploit Topeka’s struggles.
• Use balanced scoring to overwhelm the opposition.

Topeka

• Focus on defense to limit Junction City’s high-powered offense.
• Improve ball control and minimize turnovers.
• Take advantage of home-court energy to boost morale and execution.

Looking Ahead

While Junction City aims to extend their undefeated streak, Topeka seeks their first win in a challenging season. The contrast in records and performances adds intrigue to this matchup, as both teams strive to make a statement. Whether it’s Junction City’s dominance or Topeka’s resilience, fans are in for an exciting game.

Mark your calendars for this pivotal clash in Kansas high school basketball!