Basketball Game Preview: Steelville Cardinals vs. Licking Wildcats

A feisty cat fight will be fought when the Steelville Cardinals take on the Licking Wildcats at 5:30 p.m. on Friday... Both come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.

Last Friday, Steelville strolled past Sullivan with points to spare, taking the game 51-36.

Meanwhile, Licking put another one in the bag on Tuesday to keep their perfect season alive. They enjoyed a cozy 81-66 victory over Stoutland.

Steelville's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-2. As for Licking, they pushed their record up to 3-0 with the victory, which was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season.

Steelville came up short against Licking when the teams last played back in December of 2023, falling 50-40. Will Steelville 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.