Newfane is on a five-game streak of home losses, Barker a four-game streak of away losses dating back to last season, but someone's luck will change on Friday. The Newfane Panthers will host the Barker Bulldogs at 6:30 p.m. Keep an eye on the score for this one: both posted some lofty point totals in their previous games.
Having struggled with five defeats in a row, Newfane turned things around against Tapestry on Saturday. They secured a 59-55 W over the Thunderhawks.
01/18/25 @ Tapestry | 18 |
01/14/25 @ Akron | 8 |
01/10/25 vs Royalton-Hartland | 16 |
01/07/25 @ Medina | 10 |
01/03/25 vs Wilson | 10 |
Mac Capen continued his habit of posting crazy stat lines, dropping a double-double on 29 points and 18 rebounds. He is on a roll when it comes to boards, as he's now pulled down eight or more in the last five games he's played. Another player making a difference was Nasir Spencer, who almost dropped a double-double on ten points and nine rebounds.
Meanwhile, Barker came into Friday's game having lost three straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They pulled ahead with a 61-60 photo finish over Royalton-Hartland on Friday.
Barker's win bumped their record up to 3-7. As for Newfane, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 3-8.
Newfane ended up a good deal behind Barker when the teams last played back in December of 2024, losing 76-58. Will Newfane have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.
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