Kentucky High School Basketball - Cumberland County holds off Washington County
January 22, 2022: Burkesville, KY 42717 Fans at Saturday's non-league challenge between the Cumberland County Panthers (Burkesville, KY) and the visiting Washington County Commanders (Springfield, KY), saw Cumberland County's basketball squad hold off Washington County by a tally of 71-65.
With the victory, Cumberland County improves its record to 4-8 on the campaign. The Panthers host Russell County (Russell Springs, KY) to confront the Lakers in a District 16 challenge on Monday, January 24. The Lakers come into the challenge with a record of 0-10.
Next up, the Commanders confront the Spencer County Bears (Taylorsville, KY) in a non-league challenge, on Tuesday, January 25. Washington County will attempt to improve on its 8-6 season record. The Bears come into the challenge with a 9-6 record after their 73-72 league win over Collins (Shelbyville, KY).