The Hoopeston Cornjerkers will be playing at home against the Iroquois West Raiders at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Hoopeston has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last seven games.
On Friday, Hoopeston didn't have too much trouble with Cissna Park at home as they won 69-53.
Hoopeston had a senior duo take command as Kendrick Sigerill dropped a double-double on 19 points and ten rebounds and Owen Root scored 20 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Wyatt Eisenman, who scored 15 points along with seven rebounds and three steals.
Meanwhile, Iroquois West was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap on Thursday as they fell 38-32 to Clifton Central. Iroquois West has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
Hoopeston's victory was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 21-10. Those victories were due in large part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 63.3 points per game. As for Iroquois West, their loss ended a four-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 12-19.
Hoopeston came up short against Iroquois West in their previous meeting back in January, falling 52-46. Will Hoopeston 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.
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