Basketball Game Preview: Newport Central Catholic Thoroughbreds vs. Scott Eagles

The Newport Central Catholic Thoroughbreds will face off against the Scott Eagles at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Both teams took a loss in their last game, so they'll have plenty of motivation to get the 'W'.

Newport Central Catholic is probably headed into the matchup with a chip on their shoulder considering Bishop Brossart just ended the team's three-game winning streak on Saturday. The game between them and the Mustangs didn't end well, with Newport Central Catholic falling 53-36.

Meanwhile, Scott unfortunately witnessed the end of their three-game winning streak on Tuesday. They took a 63-57 hit to the loss column at the hands of Campbell County.

Scott's defeat dropped their record down to 11-7. As for Newport Central Catholic, their loss dropped their record down to 13-11.

Newport Central Catholic came up short against Scott in their previous matchup back in January of 2024, falling 47-40. Will Newport Central Catholic have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.