Basketball Game Preview: Horizon Science Academy Hawks vs. New Hope Christian Academy Statesmen

The Horizon Science Academy Hawks just played yesterday, but they'll still head out to face the New Hope Christian Academy Statesmen at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday. Keep an eye on the score for this one: the two teams posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.

Horizon Science Academy had to skate by with only a two-point margin when they last took the court, which might have inspired the 49-point drubbing they dealt Cristo Rey on Friday. Horizon Science Academy breezed past Cristo Rey to the tune of 63-14. That 49 point margin sets a new team best for the Hawks this season.

Meanwhile, New Hope Christian Academy posted their biggest win since January 14th on Tuesday. They blew past Wellington School 63-37. The Statesmen have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won seven matchups by 21 points or more this season.

Horizon Science Academy has been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests, which provided a nice bump to their 12-9 record this season. As for New Hope Christian Academy, their victory bumped their record up to 14-5.

Horizon Science Academy beat New Hope Christian Academy 71-62 in their previous meeting back in February of 2024. Does Horizon Science Academy have another victory up their sleeve, or will New Hope Christian Academy turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.