Basketball Recap: Augusta Wins High-Profile Matchup Against Bracken County

On Friday, Augusta faced Bracken County in a battle between two of the state's top teams. The Augusta Panthers blew past the Bracken County Polar Bears 78-57. The Panthers have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won four matches by 21 points or more this season.

Augusta's win bumped their record up to 4-2. As for Bracken County, their defeat dropped their record down to 5-3.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Augusta will be home for the holidays to greet Boone County at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. Augusta is facing Boone County at the right time seeing as Boone County is stuck on a three-game losing streak. Bracken County and Mason County will compete for holiday cheer at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Mason County has been dominant on offense recently, having racked up an incredible 216 points over their last three contests.