Basketball Game Preview: Vienna Eagles vs. Carlyle Indians/Lady Indians

The Vienna Eagles will take on the Carlyle Indians/Lady Indians in a tournament on Monday. Given that both suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.

Vienna is probably headed into the match with a chip on their shoulder considering Mt. Vernon just ended the team's 13-game winning streak on Saturday. They fell to the Rams 71-66. The loss put an end to the Eagles' undefeated start to the season.

Meanwhile, Carlyle suffered their closest loss since December 21, 2023 on Saturday. They fell just short of Civic Memorial by a score of 49-47.

Vienna will need focus on slowing down Lera Schmeink, one of several Carlyle players who made an impact when they last played. She went 5 of 9 en route to 10 points and three steals. Another player making a difference was Ella Rolfingsmeyer, who posted nine points and five assists.

Carlyle's defeat dropped their record down to 12-2. As for Vienna, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 13-1.