Basketball Recap: Ferris Gets the Win

By Team Reports Feb 9, 2026, 9:58am

Basketball Recap: Ferris Yellowjackets vs. Hillsboro Eagles

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Previous Games

02/03/26 - Home48-35 W
01/09/26 - Away47-45 W
01/28/25 - Away38-40 L
01/03/25 - Home47-36 W
02/02/24 - Away57-49 W
+ 5 more games

Ferris's game last Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They came out on top against the Hillsboro Eagles by a score of 48-35. The score was all tied up 18-18 at the break, but the Yellowjackets were the better team in the second half.

Despite the defeat, Hillsboro saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Owen Dansby dropped a double-double with 14 points and ten rebounds. Kolby Traylor was another key player, putting up two points.

Ferris' win bumped their record up to 13-15. As for Hillsboro, they have traveled a rocky road recently, having lost 15 of their last 16 contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-25 record this season.

Coincidentally, Ferris and Hillsboro will both be playing Godley the next time they take the court. The Yellowjackets will host the Wildcats at 7:45 p.m. on Friday, while the Eagles will host them at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.

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