Basketball Game Preview: Canton South Wildcats vs. Orrville Red Riders

The Canton South Wildcats will take on the Orrville Red Riders at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.

It was a proper cat-fight when Canton South took on Minerva on Tuesday. Canton South fell 47-37 to Minerva.

Meanwhile, Orrville lost to Northwest on the road by a 73-56 margin on Friday. The loss continues a trend for the Red Riders in their matchups with the Indians: they've now lost six in a row.

Orrville's defeat ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 9-6. As for Canton South, they now have a losing record at 8-9.

Canton South ended up a good deal behind Orrville in their previous meeting back in January, losing 56-41. Will Canton South have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.