Preview: Palmyra Panthers vs. Weeping Water Indians
Palmyra is on a three-game streak of home losses, Weeping Water a six-game streak of away losses (dating back to last season), but someone's luck is about to change. The Palmyra Panthers will take on the Weeping Water Indians at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Given that both teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
On Tuesday, Palmyra ended up a good deal behind Johnson County Central and lost 55-37. While losing is never fun, Palmyra can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Nebraska basketball rankings (they are ranked 240th, while Johnson County Central is ranked 29th).
Palmyra's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Draven Priel, who scored seven points along with six rebounds, and Noah Lang who scored ten points. Those six rebounds set a new season-high mark for Priel.
Meanwhile, Weeping Water lost to Louisville on the road by a decisive 46-30 margin on Tuesday. Weeping Water has not had much luck with Louisville recently, as the team's come up short the last eight times they've met.
Despite their defeat, Weeping Water saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Gus Mcgill, who scored 12 points, was perhaps the best of all. Mcgill is absolutely dominating the steal category: he's posted at least two every time he's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Riggs Wilson, who scored 12 points.
Palmyra's defeat dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Weeping Water, their loss dropped their record down to 2-1.
Everything came up roses for Palmyra against Weeping Water when the teams last played back in February as the team secured a 82-39 win. With Palmyra ahead 42-21 at the half, the matchup was all but over already.
