Mansfield is on a five-game streak of home losses, the Indians a four-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck is about to change. The Mansfield Tigers will take on the Waxahachie Indians at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Given that both teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.
Last Friday, Mansfield was beaten by the Panthers and Pantherettes 93-18. While losing is never fun, Mansfield can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Texas basketball rankings (they are ranked 489th, while the Panthers and Pantherettes are ranked first).
Meanwhile, Waxahachie came up short against the Broncos on Friday and fell 53-46. The defeat unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Waxahachie in their matchups with the Broncos: they've now lost four in a row.
Mansfield has traveled a rocky road recently having lost 15 of their last 16 contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 11-21 record this season. As for Waxahachie, their loss dropped their record down to 17-16.
Mansfield lost to the Indians at home by a decisive 44-27 margin in their previous matchup back in January. Will Mansfield have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check back here after the action for a full breakdown and analysis of the contest.