Basketball Game Preview: Blue Ridge Early College Bobcats vs. Nantahala Hawks

Blue Ridge Early College is on a five-game streak of home losses, Nantahala a seven-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck will change on Friday. The two teams will face off at 6:00 p.m. without much rest having both just played. Both teams took a loss in their last game, so they'll have plenty of motivation to get the 'W'.

Blue Ridge Early College is headed into the game out to prove that what happened against Swain County on Thursday (when they were outscored in every quarter) was just a minor bump in the road. Blue Ridge Early College was beaten by Swain County 86-37. The Bobcats were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 49-21.

The loss doesn't tell the whole story though, as several players had good games. One of the most active was Victor Reyes, who posted nine points. Another player making a difference was Jeysson Soriano, who earned seven points.

Meanwhile, Nantahala came up short against Eastgate Life Academy on Thursday and fell 76-68.

Nantahala's defeat dropped their record down to 7-9. As for Blue Ridge Early College, their loss dropped their record down to 2-9.

Blue Ridge Early College might still be hurting after the 83-62 defeat they got from Nantahala when the teams last played back in December of 2024. Will Blue Ridge Early College 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.