Basketball Recap: Linton-Stockton Miners vs. Barr-Reeve Vikings
Linton-Stockton had to endure a four-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They came out on top against the Barr-Reeve Vikings by a score of 42-29 on Tuesday. The Miners' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Barr-Reeve's loss came despite strong showings from Hannah Bledsoe and Josie Knepp. Bledsoe almost dropped a double-double on nine points and ten rebounds, while Knepp earned 12 points along with two steals. What's more, Knepp also posted a 32% field goal percentage, which is the highest she's posted since back in November of 2023.
Linton-Stockton's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3.
Linton-Stockton wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 49-44 loss against North Central on the 21st. As for Barr-Reeve, they also didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next contest, a 45-38 defeat against Evansville Christian on the 21st.
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