Basketball Game Preview: Pacifica Mariners vs. El Modena Vanguards

The Pacifica Mariners will challenge the El Modena Vanguards at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Pacifica's offense hasn't had much luck over their past four matchups, but Friday's contest will give them a chance to turn things around.

Pacifica is headed into the game out to prove that what happened against Brea Olinda on Friday (when they were outscored in every quarter) was just a minor bump in the road. Pacifica was outmatched by Brea Olinda and fell 65-25. The Mariners were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 37-8.

Meanwhile, El Modena has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 26.35 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Tuesday. They received a blow as they fell 58-43 to Troy.

El Modena's defeat dropped their record down to 18-5. As for Pacifica, their loss dropped their record down to 6-17.

Pacifica took a serious blow against El Modena in their previous meeting two weeks ago, falling 53-17. Will Pacifica 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.