Basketball Game Preview: Hammond Skyhawks vs. Augusta Christian Lions

By Team Reports Jan 21, 2024, 10:20am

Preview: Hammond Skyhawks vs. Augusta Christian Lions

The Hammond Skyhawks will be playing in front of their home fans against the Augusta Christian Lions at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The matchup should be an exciting one, as these teams are ranked near one another in their respective states (Hammond is ranked 49th in South Carolina, while Augusta Christian is ranked 31st in Georgia).

Last Thursday, Hammond came up short against Cardinal Newman and fell 49-42.

Augusta Christian was handed a three-point defeat in their last game, but they sure didn't let that happen against Heathwood Hall Episcopal on Friday. Everything went Augusta Christian's way against Heathwood Hall Episcopal as Augusta Christian made off with a 58-35 win. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest victory Augusta Christian has posted since December 27, 2023.

Hammond's loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 8-5. As for Augusta Christian, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 14 of their last 15 matchups, which provided a nice bump to their 16-5 record this season.

Hammond lost to Augusta Christian at home by a decisive 61-47 margin in their previous meeting back in February of 2023. Will Hammond 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.