Basketball Preview: Hamilton Southeastern Royals vs. Avon Orioles
The Hamilton Southeastern Royals will look to take advantage of their home-court for the first time this season as they take on the Avon Orioles at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Expect the scorekeeper to be kept busy: if their previous games are any indication, the two teams will really light up the scoreboard.
Hamilton Southeastern is headed into their home opener looking to turn things around after starting their season on the road. They took a 63-57 hit to the loss column at the hands of Pike. The Royals just can't catch a break and have now endured five losses in a row dating back to last season.
Despite their defeat, Hamilton Southeastern saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Luke Weemer, who went 6 for 13 en route to 17 points plus five rebounds, was perhaps the best of all. Another player making a difference was Jack Jacobs, who earned nine points along with six rebounds.
Meanwhile, Avon blew past Victory College Prep, posting an 85-21 victory.
DeAndre Lott-Hancock had a dynamite game for Avon, going 8 for 10 en route to 18 points plus eight rebounds. What's more, Lott-Hancock also racked up four offensive rebounds, the most he's had since back in December of 2023. Keriawn Berry was another key player, dropping a double-double on 12 points and ten rebounds.
Hamilton Southeastern came up short against Avon in their previous meeting back in December of 2023, falling 49-36. Will Hamilton Southeastern have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.
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