Preview: Goessel Bluebirds vs. Udall Eagles
Goessel is on a three-game streak of home wins, while Udall is on a three-game streak of away wins: one of those streaks is about to end. The Goessel Bluebirds will take on the Udall Eagles at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
Last Friday, Goessel was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 49-43 to Central Christian Academy.
Meanwhile, Udall was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Friday as they fell 43-38 to Caldwell.
Despite their defeat, Udall saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Kayl Knapp, who almost dropped a double-double on 15 points and nine rebounds, was perhaps the best of all. Knapp hasn't dropped below two steals for four straight games. Another player making a difference was Lilly Hoffman, who scored 14 points along with seven rebounds and two steals.
Even though they lost, Udall smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 15 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive rebounds they've managed all season.
Goessel's loss dropped their record down to 13-6. As for Udall, their loss dropped their record down to 8-12.
Everything came up roses for Goessel against Udall in their previous meeting back in February of 2023 as the team secured a 52-22 victory. In that game, Goessel amassed a halftime lead of 34-14, an impressive feat they'll look to repeat on Tuesday.
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