Basketball Game Preview: Arkport Central Bluejays vs. Alfred-Almond Eagles

It'll be Battle of the Birds when the Arkport Central Bluejays take on the Alfred-Almond Eagles at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday...

Last Friday, Arkport Central was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 57-53 to Avoca Central. The game marked the Bluejays' lowest-scoring matchup so far this season.

Meanwhile, Alfred-Almond had to endure a ten-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They walked away with a 47-39 victory over Hinsdale Central on Monday. The Eagles' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.

Arkport Central's defeat dropped their record down to 4-2. As for Alfred-Almond, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-9.

Everything came up roses for Arkport Central against Alfred-Almond in their previous meeting back in January of 2024, as the squad secured a 70-18 victory. Does Arkport Central have another victory up their sleeve, or will Alfred-Almond turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.