The Warner (SD) varsity basketball team will host a non-conference game against North Central (Eureka, SD) on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 8:00 PM.

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What: South Dakota High School Basketball
Who: Warner (SD) vs North Central
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 8:00. p.m. ET
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Basketball Season Comparison: North Central vs. Warner (24-25)

As the 2024-2025 basketball season continues to unfold, North Central and Warner are two teams that have demonstrated varied success on the court. The following analysis looks at both teams’ records, their performances against common opponents, and other notable statistics to better understand their current standing in the season.

Overall Records and Performance Breakdown

• North Central (24-25)
  North Central enters the season with a record of 3-3, showing a balanced performance across the board. While their overall record stands at .500, their performance in the region has been weaker, with a 0-1 record, signaling that they have room for improvement in high-stakes regional matchups. On the offensive side, they’ve put up 274 points while allowing 276, resulting in a narrow negative scoring margin. Their scoring average per game is 45.7 points.
• Warner (24-25)
  Warner, on the other hand, has experienced more success with a strong 4-1 overall record. They’ve performed excellently at home, boasting a 3-1 record, and even better on neutral grounds with a 1-0 record. Their offense has been slightly more potent, scoring 250 points and allowing 253, resulting in a slim negative scoring margin. Warner’s scoring average stands at 50.0 points per game, reflecting their offensive strength.

Regional and Non-Regional Performance

Breaking down their records further:

• North Central has a 3-2 record in non-league games, with a 0-1 regional record. The team has struggled a bit in league play, but they are finding some success in non-league matchups.
• Warner has done exceptionally well in non-league games with a 3-0 record. In regional games, they hold a 1-1 record, suggesting they are competitive within their region but face challenges.

Home, Away, and Neutral Court Success

• North Central’s home record stands at 1-2, away they are 1-1, and they remain undefeated in neutral-site games with a 1-0 record.
• Warner has a robust home performance with a 3-1 record. They also perform well on the road with a perfect 1-0 record, showing that they can win both at home and away. Additionally, their neutral court performance mirrors that of North Central, with a 1-0 record.

Head-to-Head and Common Opponents

Both teams share several common opponents this season. This can offer some insight into how they stack up against similar competition.

• Common Opponents:
  • Ipswich: North Central lost to Ipswich 53-43 on December 17, 2024, while Warner will face Ipswich on January 9, 2025.
  • Faulkton: North Central will face Faulkton on January 11, 2025, while Warner meets them on February 4, 2025.
  • Leola/Frederick: North Central is set to take on Leola/Frederick on January 14, 2025, while Warner plays them on February 6, 2025.
  • Potter County co-op (Gettysburg/Hoven): North Central and Warner both face this team, with Warner winning 61-47 on December 21, 2024.
  • Langford: North Central will face Langford on January 25, 2025, and Warner plays them on January 16, 2025.
  • Aberdeen Christian: Both teams faced this opponent, with North Central still scheduled to play them twice in February 2025, while Warner lost 67-35 to them on December 17, 2024.
  • Northwestern Area: Warner won against Northwestern Area 50-41 on January 4, 2025, with North Central yet to face them later in the season.
• Head-to-Head Record:
  Neither North Central nor Warner has played each other yet this season, so their head-to-head record currently stands at 0-0.

In-State vs. Out-of-State Matchups

• North Central has only played in-state games with a 1-3 record.
• Warner holds a perfect 4-1 record in-state, showing dominance in local matchups.
• Neither team has faced out-of-state competition, as their records reflect all in-state games.

Conclusion

As the season progresses, both North Central and Warner will continue to look for opportunities to solidify their standings. Warner’s stronger record and more consistent performance at home and on the road give them an early advantage, especially with their superior offense. North Central, while competitive, will need to improve their regional performance and tighten up their defense if they are to challenge Warner for top spots in the region. Both teams have tough competition ahead, but their games against common opponents will be key in determining how the season plays out for both squads.