Basketball Game Preview: Peoria Notre Dame Irish vs. Centennial Chargers

The Peoria Notre Dame Irish will take on the Centennial Chargers at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Peoria Notre Dame has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games.

Last Friday, everything came up roses for Peoria Notre Dame against Bloomington as the squad secured a 65-29 win. The Irish haven't had any issues with the Purple Raiders recently, as the game was their seventh consecutive victory against them.

Meanwhile, after only 27 points in their last matchup, Centennial made sure to put some points up on the board against Champaign Central on Tuesday. Centennial came out on top against Champaign Central by a score of 59-47.

Peoria Notre Dame's win bumped their record up to 9-16. As for Centennial, their victory bumped their record up to 12-14.

Peoria Notre Dame ended up a good deal behind Centennial in their previous meeting back in February of 2024, losing 53-34. Will Peoria Notre Dame 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.