Preview: Albion Purple Eagles vs. Royalton-Hartland Rams
Albion is on a three-game streak of home losses, Royalton-Hartland a three-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck is about to change. The Albion Purple Eagles will take on the Royalton-Hartland Rams at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Given that the pair suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
Albion pushed their score all the way to 55 on Thursday, but even that wasn't enough to win. They took a 64-55 hit to the loss column at the hands of Medina.
Royalton-Hartland won a close one the last time they played, but unfortunately they suffered a serious change of fortune on Thursday. They were outmatched by Newfane at home and fell 72-42. The defeat unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Royalton-Hartland in their matchups with Newfane: they've now lost four in a row.
Albion's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Royalton-Hartland, their defeat dropped their record down to 1-7.
Albion came up short against Royalton-Hartland in their previous meeting back in February of 2023, falling 76-71. Thankfully for Albion, Jamel Johnson Jr. (who dropped a double-double on 36 points and 13 rebounds) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? There's only one way to find out.
