Basketball Game Preview: Blackville-Hilda Fighting Hawks vs. Williston-Elko Blue Devils

The Blackville-Hilda Fighting Hawks will square off against the Williston-Elko Blue Devils at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.

Blackville-Hilda is headed into Tuesday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight game on Thursday. They were outmatched by Calhoun County and fell 95-47. The Fighting Hawks were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 45-19.

Blackville-Hilda's defeat came about despite a quality game from Messiah McFadden, who dropped a double-double on 17 points and ten boards. McFadden is also on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was Trevor Kinard, who posted ten points.

Meanwhile, after a string of five wins, Williston-Elko's good fortune finally ran out on Thursday. They took a blow against Hunter-Kinard-Tyler, falling 66-38. The contest marked the Blue Devils' lowest-scoring match so far this season.

Williston-Elko's loss dropped their record down to 8-4. As for Blackville-Hilda, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-6.

Blackville-Hilda couldn't quite finish off Williston-Elko in their previous matchup back in January of 2024 and fell 71-68. Will Blackville-Hilda 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.