(Harlan) Harlan and Atlantic face off for the third time this season, with significant stakes on the line. The two teams split their regular-season matchups, with the Cyclones winning the first game 44-32, and the Trojans claiming victory in the last encounter 63-41.
Harlan head coach Zach Klaassen emphasizes that a team’s start to the game can largely influence the outcome.
He acknowledges that stopping the Trojans’ inside game will be a significant challenge, particularly with Paytn Harter averaging 16.91 points per game and Katrina Williams averaging 10.26 points per game.
On the other hand, Atlantic head coach Dan Vargason recognizes the Cyclones balanced scoring attack in this matchup. Aubrey Schwieso leads with an average of 15.41 points per game, followed closely by Grace Albertson at 15.05, Kenzley Bruck at 11.43, and Molly Swensen at 10.86.
Vargason, noted that the Trojans have successfully reached several goals set at the beginning of the season.
Atlantic enters the game with a record of 17-6, while Harlan boasts an 18-4 record. We will broadcast the game on 95.7 FM, with the pre-game show starting at 6:30 PM and tip-off scheduled for 7:00 PM at Harlan.