Basketball Game Preview: Clarion Area Bobcats vs. Karns City Gremlins

The Clarion Area Bobcats will take on the Karns City Gremlins 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 matchup.

Last Wednesday, Clarion Area came up short against North Clarion and fell 51-42. The Bobcats have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

Meanwhile, after a string of six wins, Karns City's good fortune finally ran out on Wednesday. They fell 55-46 to Redbank Valley.

Karns City's defeat ended a five-game streak of away wins and brought them to 12-2. As for Clarion Area, their loss dropped their record down to 4-8.

Clarion Area ended up a good deal behind Karns City in their previous matchup back in January of 2024, losing 42-26. Will Clarion Area have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.