Scott's Branch is on a three-game streak of home losses, East Clarendon an 11-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck is about to change. The Scott's Branch Eagles will take on the East Clarendon Wolverines at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Both teams took a loss in their last game, so they'll have plenty of motivation to get the 'W'.
Last Tuesday, Scott's Branch was within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 57-52 to Carvers Bay.
Despite their loss, Scott's Branch saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Jordan Kind, who scored 16 points, was perhaps the best of all. Nigel Lawson was another key contributor, scoring 12 points.
East Clarendon suffered their closest loss yet this season on Tuesday. They fell just short of Latta by a score of 56-53.
Scott's Branch has been struggling recently, as they've lost six of their last seven matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-10 record this season. As for East Clarendon, their loss dropped their record down to 3-14.
Everything came up roses for Scott's Branch against East Clarendon in their previous matchup back in January of 2023 as the team secured a 77-43 victory. With Scott's Branch ahead 41-21 at the half, the matchup was all but over already.