Hello 2023.
Big things are on the horizon as girls basketball goes through the second half and we get the ACAC and NECC Tournaments.
Before we get there, a lot of great matchups make up a fantastic first week of hoops in the new year.
2022-23 Record: 70-29 (.707)
Girls
Carroll at Norwell, Tuesday
The Chargers have struggled against some of the better teams on their schedule. Norwell is one of those better teams. BOUNCE PICKS NORWELL
Huntington North at Eastbrook, Tuesday
The Vikings have taken their play to another level and could still create some chaos in the Northeast 8. This non-conference tilt will help keep them sharp as their schedule gets more difficult. BOUNCE PICKS HUNTINGTON NORTH
Jay County at Concordia, Tuesday
The Patriots have won their last 10 games by double digits and should do so once again against the Cadets. BOUNCE PICKS JAY COUNTY
Northridge at Northrop, Wednesday
The Bruins have rarely been tested this season. This one and another important conference battle later on in the week will be good tests. Northrop should pass both. BOUNCE PICKS NORTHROP
Blackhawk Christian at Woodlan, Thursday
The Braves competed very well against some good competition over the holidays and they needed it. The Warriors have won five straight and need another good test before the ACAC tournament next week. BOUNCE PICKS WOODLAN
Bellmont at Columbia City, Friday
This is a battle of the last two unbeatens in the Northeast 8. The Eagles have played a much more difficult schedule and should be better for it, including games like this one. BOUNCE PICKS COLUMBIA CITY
Central Noble at Garrett, Friday
The Cougars have proved their one of the possible favorites for the conference tournament next week while the Railroaders are in the next category of contenders. Central Noble has been overwhelming at times but Garrett should keep it close. BOUNCE PICKS CENTRAL NOBLE
Fairfield at Eastside, Friday
Another battle of conference unbeatens. The Blazers will try to control the tempo in this one but the Falcons will be too much to stop. BOUNCE PICKS FAIRFIELD
Boys
Columbia City at NorthWood, Tuesday
Both teams faced some high-level competition over the break. The battle between Andrew Hedrick and Cade Brenner should be highly entertaining but the Panthers have too many playmakers. BOUNCE PICKS NORTHWOOD
Blackhawk Christian at South Bend St. Joseph, Tuesday
The Braves love to run and score. That’s bad news for the Indians. BOUNCE PICKS BLACKHAWK CHRISTIAN
Central Noble at Garrett, Friday
The Railroaders are pesky and are going to surprise more and more teams the rest of the season. But the Cougars won’t be one of those teams. BOUNCE PICKS CENTRAL NOBLE
Bishop Luers at Concordia, Friday
The Knights have stumbled after a strong start to the season. The Cadets have remained consistent and Bounce loves consistency. BOUNCE PICKS CONCORDIA
Wayne at North Side, Friday
Bounce wishes the Legends were at full strength for this one but they should still be able to keep pace with the Generals. However, Wayne’s depth takes over in the end. BOUNCE PICKS WAYNE
Lakeland at West Noble, Friday
The Chargers are the lone unbeaten in the NECC and will get everyone’s best shot every single night. The Lakers are capable of an upset but West Noble knows it can’t let up. BOUNCE PICKS WEST NOBLE
Adams Central at Jay County, Saturday
Both teams desperately need this one. Neither team has had a good start to the season. With the conference tournament around the corner, this one is crucial. BOUNCE PICKS ADAMS CENTRAL
Norwell at Leo, Saturday
Two of the best scorers in the conference and the area will face off in this one. Luke McBride for Norwell and Jackson McGee for Leo are both capable of going for 30 or more. Bounce hopes they both bring it. BOUNCE PICKS NORWELL
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