Basketball Recap: Fort Wayne Snider Sets Scoring Season-High Against Fort Wayne Bishop Dwenger

By Team Reports Nov 17, 2024, 2:49pm

Basketball Recap: Fort Wayne Snider Panthers vs. Fort Wayne Bishop Dwenger Saints

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Fort Wayne Snider's game last Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Saturday. They strolled past the Fort Wayne Bishop Dwenger Saints with points to spare, taking the game 52-36. The Panthers' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.

Fort Wayne Snider's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Janaya Cooper led the charge by going 5 for 11 en route to 15 points plus eight rebounds and five steals. Cooper is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Kyra Parker, who earned 17 points in addition to four steals.

Despite the loss, Fort Wayne Bishop Dwenger saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Izzie Eke had 14 points.

Fort Wayne Snider now has a winning record of 3-2. As for Fort Wayne Bishop Dwenger, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 1-2.

Fort Wayne Snider will look to defend their home court on Tuesday against Columbia City at 7:30 p.m. Fort Wayne Snider will be looking to keep their nine-game home win streak dating back to last season alive. As for Fort Wayne Bishop Dwenger, they will challenge Bellmont at 7:45 p.m. on Tuesday.

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