Akron-Westfield has won four straight games at home, while Elk Point-Jefferson has won four straight on the road, but those streaks won't matter much on Thursday. The Akron-Westfield Westerners will welcome the Elk Point-Jefferson Huskies at 7:00 p.m. The two teams are at an even 5-5 against one another since February of 2015, but likely not for long.
Akron-Westfield is probably headed into the contest with a chip on their shoulder considering St. Mary's just ended the team's four-game winning streak on Tuesday. They fell just short of the Hawks by a score of 43-41. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Westerners have suffered since December 6, 2024.
Meanwhile, Elk Point-Jefferson faced Vermillion in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Tuesday. Elk Point-Jefferson strolled past Vermillion with points to spare, taking the game 57-39.
Akron-Westfield's defeat dropped their record down to 8-6. As for Elk Point-Jefferson, their victory bumped their record up to 9-1.
Akron-Westfield came up short against Elk Point-Jefferson in their previous matchup back in January of 2024, falling 62-53. Will Akron-Westfield 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.
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