The Eagleton College & Career Academy Royals will head out on the road to take on the Maryville Christian Eagles at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. Given that both teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
Last Tuesday, Eagleton College & Career Academy took a serious blow against the Highlanders, falling 73-37. Eagleton College & Career Academy was in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 44-18.
Meanwhile, Maryville Christian was beaten by the Golden Eagles 81-50 on Tuesday. While losing is never fun, Maryville Christian can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Tennessee basketball rankings (they are ranked 244th, while the Golden Eagles are ranked 90th).
Eagleton College & Career Academy's loss was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 3-5. As for Maryville Christian, their loss dropped their record down to 16-7.
Eagleton College & Career Academy was able to grind out a solid win over the Eagles in their previous matchup back in December of 2023, winning 48-35. The rematch might be a little tougher for Eagleton College & Career Academy since the team won't have the home-court advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
