Kearney Catholic falls despite strong effort from Callie Squiers

By Team Reports Jan 24, 2024, 12:33pm

Recap: Kearney Catholic Stars vs. Bishop Neumann Cavaliers

The Kearney Catholic Stars were the 63-59 winner over the Bishop Neumann Cavaliers when they last played one another back in March of 2016, but their luck changed this time around. Kearney Catholic lost to Bishop Neumann on the road by a decisive 40-23 margin on Tuesday. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest points Kearney Catholic has scored all season.

Despite the loss, Kearney Catholic still got an impressive performance from Callie Squiers, who scored 11 points along with nine rebounds and two steals. Squiers is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as she's now pulled down eight or more in the last three games she's played. Londyn Carnes was another key contributor, scoring four points along with five rebounds.

Kearney Catholic's loss dropped their record down to 8-6. As for Bishop Neumann, the win (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 13-1.

Kearney Catholic will look to defend their home court on Monday against Aurora at 6:00 p.m. As for Bishop Neumann, they will take on Lincoln Christian at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Lincoln Christian is looking to tack on another W to their six-game streak on the road.