The King’s Fork High School (Suffolk, VA) varsity basketball team will play a home conference game against Western Branch (Chesapeake, VA) on Friday, January 10 at 7:30 PM.

Here’s what you need to know:

What: Virginia High School Basketball
Who: Western Branch vs King’s Fork
When: Friday, January 10, 2025
Time: 7:30. p.m. ET
Live stream: Watch here

Game Preview: Western Branch vs King’s Fork

As the 2024-2025 Virginia high school basketball season heats up, two teams are setting the stage for an exciting matchup. On Friday, January 10, the Western Branch (Chesapeake, VA) varsity basketball team will face off against King’s Fork (Suffolk, VA) in a conference showdown. This game is set to tip off at 7:30 p.m., and fans of both teams are eagerly anticipating the action.

Western Branch: A Struggle to Find Consistency

Western Branch enters this game with a 3-5 overall record and a 1-1 standing in the region. The team has faced challenges this season, with a 2-1 record at home, a 0-2 record on the road, and a 1-2 performance in neutral games. The team’s overall win percentage sits at .375, and their region win percentage is .500. Scoring has been a challenge for the Bruins, as they average 56 points per game across the four quarters. The team’s top scorer, Jaden Walker, averages 18.0 points per game.

Common opponents have been a mix of results for Western Branch. They managed a 71-61 victory over Deep Creek on December 5, but also fell short in a narrow 65-63 loss to Lakeland on December 20.

King’s Fork: A Dominant Force

King’s Fork, on the other hand, has been a force to be reckoned with this season. They boast a 6-1 overall record and an undefeated 2-0 mark in the region. The team has been dominant both at home (5-0) and away (0-0), with their only loss coming in neutral territory. King’s Fork has averaged an impressive 82 points per game, showing their offensive firepower. The team is led by a well-rounded attack, and their win percentage of .857 and region win percentage of 1.000 reflect their strong performance.

The Bulldogs have also had a successful run against common opponents. King’s Fork defeated Deep Creek 93-76 on January 7, easily outpacing the Bruins’ earlier victory. King’s Fork has also comfortably handled Lakeland, winning 105-61 on December 27.

Head-to-Head: A Rivalry in the Making

As the two teams face off, their head-to-head record tells an interesting story. Western Branch and King’s Fork have both played a similar slate of common opponents, but King’s Fork has come out on top in every match-up with a 3-0 record against those teams, while Western Branch holds a 1-1 record.

The January 10 game is not just a regular season contest—it’s a clash of two teams with different trajectories this season. With King’s Fork’s formidable offense and Western Branch’s resilience, the match promises to be an exciting one. This will also serve as a preview for the rematch on February 18, 2025, when King’s Fork will travel to Western Branch for another heated contest.

Key Takeaways

• Western Branch: 3-5 overall, struggling with consistency; led by Jaden Walker with 18.0 PPG.
• King’s Fork: 6-1 overall, a dominant offensive force with an 82-point average per game.
• Common Opponents: King’s Fork has dominated head-to-head matchups with a 3-0 record against common foes, while Western Branch is 1-1.

The January 10 matchup at King’s Fork will be a critical game for both teams, with Western Branch hoping to upset the Bulldogs and prove they can compete in the region. For King’s Fork, it’s another chance to assert their dominance. As the season progresses, both teams will need to stay sharp to secure their places in the regional and state playoffs.

Looking Ahead

With the regular season heating up, this game is only the beginning of a fierce rivalry between these two schools. The February 18 rematch will undoubtedly bring even more excitement, as Western Branch looks for redemption on their home court. The road to the playoffs will be competitive, and both teams will need to continue building momentum as they work toward their postseason goals.

Keep an eye on this rivalry; it’s bound to be one of the most thrilling matchups of the season.