Basketball Recap: Ellington Falls to South Iron in First Game of Season

Ellington unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They took a blow against the South Iron Panthers on Monday, falling 83-16. The Whippets lost against the Panthers in their previous head to head back in December of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 86-54 score last time.

Ellington and South Iron will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next matchups. The next time the Whippets see the court they'll take on Winona at 7:30 p.m. on December 4. As for South Iron, their break will end when they face East Carter at 7:30 p.m. on December 5.