Basketball Recap: Jorja Meyer's Big Game Can't Quite Lead Houston over Spring Grove/Mabel-Canton

Houston suffered their biggest defeat since December 16, 2024 on Friday. They came up short against Spring Grove/Mabel-Canton, falling 60-34. The game was over by the end of the first half, with no points scored by either team from that point forward.

Houston's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Jorja Meyer, who dropped a double-double on ten points and 13 rebounds. With that strong performance, Meyer is now averaging an impressive 8.1 boards per game. Aubry Boldt was another key player, putting up eight points and five steals.

Even though they lost, Houston smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 11 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive boards in four consecutive games.

Houston's defeat ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 14-6. As for Spring Grove/Mabel-Canton, they pushed their record up to 11-2 with the win, which was their fourth straight on the road.

Houston will look to defend their home court on Monday against Grand Meadow at 7:15 p.m. Grand Meadow will roll in looking for their eighth straight victory, something Houston surely won't give up without a fight. As for Spring Grove/Mabel-Canton, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Decorah-North Winneshiek at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. One thing working in Spring Grove/Mabel-Canton's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last seven matches.