Preview: Francis Scott Key Eagles vs. Winters Mill Falcons
After two games on the road, Francis Scott Key is heading back home. They will be home for the holidays to greet the Winters Mill Falcons at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Francis Scott Key will be strutting in after a win while Winters Mill will be coming in after a defeat.
Last Tuesday, Francis Scott Key sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 54-52 win over Brunswick. That looming 54-52 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Francis Scott Key yet this season.
Meanwhile, it was a hard-fought matchup, but Winters Mill had to settle for a 54-51 loss against Manchester Valley on Friday.
Winters Mill's loss came about despite a quality game from Tommy Hinkhaus, who scored 23 points along with eight rebounds. Hinkhaus is absolutely dominating the steal category: he's posted at least two every time he's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Owen Case, who scored 16 points along with seven rebounds.
Francis Scott Key's win ended a ten-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-3. As for Winters Mill, their defeat dropped their record down to 2-1.
Francis Scott Key came up short against Winters Mill when the teams last played back in January, falling 59-48. Thankfully for Francis Scott Key, Kandi Mkpasi (who dropped a double-double on 26 points and 15 rebounds) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
