Basketball Recap: Baxter Springs Starts off Right with Win over Afton
By Team Reports
Dec 9, 2024, 8:49am
Basketball Recap: Baxter Springs Lions vs. Afton Eagles
Baxter Springs had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They came out on top against the Afton Eagles by a score of 51-41 on Thursday. The win was some much needed relief for the Lions as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Despite the loss, Afton saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Aiden Victor scored 21 points plus three steals. Brady Robinson was another key player, earning 11 points along with eight rebounds and six steals.
Afton is on a four-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Baxter Springs will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on New Heights Christian Academy at 7:30 p.m. on December 16th. Afton has already played their next contest, a 68-43 defeat against Nowata on the 7th.
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