Basketball Game Preview: Atrisco Heritage Academy Jaguars vs. Volcano Vista Hawks

Atrisco Heritage Academy hasn't had much luck against Volcano Vista recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Atrisco Heritage Academy Jaguars will look to defend their home court against the Volcano Vista Hawks at 7:00 p.m. Atrisco Heritage Academy knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 55 points or more in their past 15 contests -- so hopefully Volcano Vista likes a good challenge.

Atrisco Heritage Academy is coming in fresh off a high-stakes matchup with another one of New Mexico's top teams: Hope Christian, who was ranked 23rd at the time (Atrisco Heritage Academy was ranked 14th). Atrisco Heritage Academy fell 66-59 to Hope Christian on Saturday.

Meanwhile, Volcano Vista waltzed into their matchup on Wednesday with four straight wins... but they left with five. They took their game with ease, bagging an 81-28 win over the Tigers. The Hawks have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won nine contests by 21 points or more this season.

Volcano Vista's victory was their 19th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 13-2. As for Atrisco Heritage Academy, their defeat dropped their record down to 9-6.

Atrisco Heritage Academy couldn't quite finish off Volcano Vista in their previous meeting back in March of 2024 and fell 69-66. Will Atrisco Heritage Academy have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.