Basketball Game Preview: UIC College Prep Firecats vs. Wolcott College Prep Wolves

Having just played yesterday, the UIC College Prep Firecats will head out on the road to face off against the Wolcott College Prep Wolves at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.

On Wednesday, UIC College Prep was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 50-44 to Northside.

Meanwhile, Wolcott College Prep came up short against Intrinsic Charter School Downtown Campus on Thursday and fell 48-41. The loss continues a trend for the Wolves in their matchups with the Ravens: they've now lost five in a row.

UIC College Prep's defeat dropped their record down to 18-11. As for Wolcott College Prep, their loss dropped their record down to 15-7.

Everything came up roses for UIC College Prep against Wolcott College Prep in their previous meeting back in January of 2024, as the team secured a 70-38 victory. The rematch might be a little tougher for UIC College Prep since the squad won't have the home-court advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.