Basketball Game Preview: Winfield-Mt. Union Wolves vs. Highland Huskies

The Winfield-Mt. Union Wolves and the Highland Huskies will meet in a canine-themed contest at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Given that both suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.

Winfield-Mt. Union lost 61-37 to Hillcrest Academy on Tuesday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Wolves have suffered against the Ravens since February 9, 2021.

Meanwhile, Highland came up short against Columbus on Tuesday and fell 53-46. The loss continues a trend for the Huskies in their matchups with the Wildcats: they've now lost three in a row.

Winfield-Mt. Union's defeat ended a seven-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 2-2. As for Highland, their loss dropped their record down to 0-2.

Everything came up roses for Winfield-Mt. Union against Highland in their previous matchup back in January, as the squad secured a 76-15 victory. Will Winfield-Mt. Union repeat their success, or does Highland have a new game plan this time around? We'll find out soon enough.