Basketball Preview: Hillcrest Huskies vs. Granger Lancers
Hillcrest is on a ten-game streak of home losses also dating back to last season, Granger an 11-game streak of away losses also dating back to last season, but someone's luck is about to change on Tuesday. The Hillcrest Huskies will host the Granger Lancers at 7:00 p.m. Having both just faced considerable losses, both teams are looking to turn things around.
Hillcrest is coming in off a wild two-game stretch: after soaring to 57 points on Tuesday, they were much more limited against Hunter on Friday. They took a blow against the Wolverines, falling 50-20. The Huskies were down 41-13 at the end of the third quarter, and things only got worse from there.
The losing side was boosted by Emily Mandel, who posted eight points along with two steals. What's more, she also racked up two threes, the most she's had since back in December of 2023.
Meanwhile, a victory for Granger just wasn't in the cards on Monday as the squad wasn't able to take the lead at any point. They were beaten by Timpanogos 59-28. The Lancers were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 36-15.
Hillcrest's defeat dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Granger, their loss dropped their record down to 0-4.
Hillcrest couldn't quite finish off Granger in their previous meeting back in November of 2023 and fell 31-29. Will Hillcrest have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.
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