The Haddam-Killingworth Cougars will face off against the Branford Hornets at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.
Last Wednesday, Haddam-Killingworth didn't have quite enough to beat North Branford and fell 43-41. The Cougars have struggled against the Thunderbirds recently, as the game was their fourth consecutive lost matchup.
Meanwhile, Branford suffered their biggest loss since December 16, 2024 on Wednesday. They lost 55-32 to Sheehan. While losing is never fun, the Hornets can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Connecticut basketball rankings (they are ranked 83rd, while the Titans are ranked 20th).
Haddam-Killingworth's defeat dropped their record down to 7-5. As for Branford, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-7 record this season.
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