Hanover is on a six-game streak of home wins, while Axtell is on a 11-game streak of away wins (dating back to last season): one of those streaks is about to end. The Hanover Wildcats will host the Axtell Eagles on Friday. Hanover knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 55 points or more in their past six games -- so hopefully Axtell likes a good challenge.
Last Tuesday, Hanover strolled past Valley Heights with points to spare, taking the game 69-50. Given the Wildcats' advantage in MaxPreps' Kansas basketball rankings (they are ranked 89th, while the Mustangs are ranked 301st), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Meanwhile, Axtell got the win against Wabaunsee on Tuesday by a conclusive 65-44. The Eagles have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won ten contests by 20 points or more this season.
Axtell's victory bumped their record up to 13-1. As for Hanover, their win bumped their record up to 10-4.
Hanover came up short against Axtell in their previous meeting two weeks ago, falling 70-61. Will Hanover 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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