Rapid City Central hasn't had much luck against Jefferson recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Rapid City Central Cobblers will be playing in front of their home fans against the Jefferson Cavaliers at 6:00 p.m.
Rapid City Central is headed into Friday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their seventh straight game dating back to last season on Friday. They were outmatched by Stevens and fell 67-37. While losing is never fun, the Cobblers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' South Dakota basketball rankings (they are ranked 101st, while the Raiders are ranked 15th).
Meanwhile, winning is always nice, but doing so behind a season-high score is even better (just ask Jefferson). They blew past Lincoln 57-32 on Tuesday. The win was some much needed relief for the Cavaliers as it spelled an end to their four-game losing streak.
Rapid City Central's loss dropped their record down to 0-6. As for Jefferson, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-4.
Rapid City Central was taken down by Jefferson 47-20 in their previous matchup back in January of 2024. Will Rapid City Central 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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