SHAWANO, WI- The Shawano Hawks (1-9) will face off against the Green Bay East Red Devils (0-9) on Tuesday, January 14, at 7:00 PM at Shawano Community High School. Both teams are eager to reverse their challenging seasons and secure a much-needed win.

Shawano has faced adversity despite solid performances from its key players. Logan Sipple leads the Hawks with an impressive 19.4 points per game, shooting 54.5% from the field, while Will Verkuilen provides strong support, averaging 14.7 PPG and connecting on 37.1% of his three-point attempts. Crew Weisnicht adds depth with 6.4 PPG and 45.1% shooting.

Green Bay East, on the other hand, is searching for its first victory after several close losses. Quincy Shields is the standout for the Red Devils, averaging 18.8 points per game while shooting 46.3% from the field and nearly 70% from the free-throw line. Jeremiah Jordan contributes 12.6 PPG, though his shooting struggles with a 21.1% field goal percentage. Matuta Msafiri adds 7.6 PPG, and LeKevion Gonnigan has been efficient, shooting 60.6% from the floor for 6.0 PPG.

Keys to the Game:

1. Shawano’s Inside Presence: With Crew Weisnicht shooting efficiently in the paint, the Hawks must exploit their size advantage and score high-percentage shots inside.
2. Green Bay East’s Transition Game: The Red Devils should focus on pushing the pace, with Shields and Jordan leading fast breaks to capitalize on Shawano turnovers.
3. Defensive Focus: Both teams struggle defensively, so limiting their opponent’s top scorers will be crucial. Shawano needs to contain Shields, while East must challenge Sipple’s offensive rhythm.
4. Ball Security: Turnovers have plagued both squads. Controlling the ball and executing clean offensive sets could be the deciding factor.

With both teams motivated to shift their fortunes, expect a spirited and competitive matchup.