Basketball Game Preview: Walthill Blujays vs. Hartington-Newcastle Wildcats

Walthill hasn't had much luck against Hartington-Newcastle recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Walthill Blujays just played last yesterday, but they'll still welcome the Hartington-Newcastle Wildcats at 6:00 p.m. Walthill will be strutting in after a win while Hartington-Newcastle will be coming in after a defeat.

Walthill is headed in fresh off scoring the most points they have all season. They breezed by Siouxland Christian to the tune of 70-33 on Thursday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest victory the Blujays have posted since December 8, 2023.

Meanwhile, after a string of three wins, Hartington-Newcastle's good fortune finally ran out on Tuesday. They took a 43-32 hit to the loss column at the hands of Niobrara/Verdigre.

Walthill's win bumped their record up to 2-3. As for Hartington-Newcastle, their loss dropped their record down to 3-2.

Walthill might still be hurting after the 55-34 defeat they got from Hartington-Newcastle in their previous matchup back in December of 2023. Will Walthill 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.