Basketball Game Preview: Marshall Academy Griffons vs. Will Carleton Academy Cougars

The Marshall Academy Griffons will challenge the Will Carleton Academy Cougars at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Marshall Academy is coming into the matchup hot, having won their last three games.

Last Thursday, Marshall Academy earned a 45-32 victory over Battle Creek Academy.

Marshall Academy's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Delray White, who posted 19 points and six boards. White's evening made it three games in a row in which he has scored at least ten points. The team also got some help courtesy of LaDarrell Harris, who earned ten points and eight rebounds.

Marshall Academy smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in three consecutive contests.

Meanwhile, Will Carleton Academy blew past Factoryville Christian, posting a 62-16 victory. The Cougars have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won four games by 20 points or more this season.

Will Carleton Academy's win was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 9-2. Those victories came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 60.4 points per game. As for Marshall Academy, their victory bumped their record up to 3-0.

Marshall Academy lost to Will Carleton Academy at home by a decisive 72-55 margin in their previous meeting back in February of 2024. Will Marshall Academy have more luck at home instead of on the road? Come back here after the game to get an analysis of the match and other basketball content.