The Kenesaw Blue Devils will be playing in front of their home fans against the Doniphan-Trumbull Cardinals at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Given that both teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
Last Friday, things could have been worse for Kenesaw, but they could have been a whole lot better as they took a 45-27 loss to Shelton. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Kenesaw in their matchups with Shelton: they've now lost seven in a row.
Despite the loss, Kenesaw had strong showings from Elise Schukei, who scored 14 points along with 6 rebounds and 3 steals, and Bentley Olson, who scored 4 points. Schukei scored a full 51.9% of Kenesaw's points, the second time in a row she's earned more than a third of the team's points.
Meanwhile, Doniphan-Trumbull was the victim of a rough 43-17 defeat at the hands of St. Cecilia on Friday.
Gracie Richter was Doniphan-Trumbull's leading scorer, having posted four points.
Their wins lifted both teams to an identical 2-2.
This contest is one where the number of possessions is likely to be a big factor: Kenesaw have been smashing the glass this season, having averaged 27.5 rebounds per game. However, it's not like Doniphan-Trumbull struggles in that department as they've been averaging 16.3 per game. Given these competing strengths, it'll be interesting to see how their clash plays out. Come back here after the game to get analysis of the match and other basketball content.
Kenesaw might still be hurting after the 46-21 loss they got from Doniphan-Trumbull when the teams last played back in December of 2022. Will Kenesaw 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.
