Newton is 1-8 against the Mavericks since January of 2015 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Tuesday. The Newton Railroaders will be playing at home against the Maize South Mavericks at 6:00 p.m. Both teams are sauntering into the matchup backed by comfortable wins in their prior games.
Newton can finally bid farewell to their eight-game losing streak thanks to their game on Friday. They blew past Haysville Campus 52-29. Newton's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Meanwhile, Maize South entered their tilt with the Eagles with eight consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with nine. Maize South was the clear victor by a 45-19 margin over the Eagles. Maize South has made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won nine games by 24 points or more this season.
Newton's win ended a five-game drought at home and bumped them up to 2-10. As for Maize South, their win was their third straight at home, which pushed their record up to 14-1.
Newton was taken down by the Mavericks 82-31 in their previous meeting back in December of 2023. Will Newton have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.
