While the Loogootee Lions couldn't quite beat the Orleans Bulldogs on Thursday, the three-point margin was a huge improvement compared to the 21-point defeat they were dealt last Saturday. Loogootee fell just short of the Bulldogs by a score of 35-32. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest points Loogootee has scored all season.
Orleans got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Ian Hall out in front who scored 11 points along with two steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Rylan Crocker, who scored 12 points.
Loogootee has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 10-7 record this season. As for Orleans, the win (which was their 11th in a row) raised their record to 14-2.
Loogootee will be playing at home against the Stars at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Orleans, they will head out on the road to challenge the Cougars at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The timing isn't great for North Harrison: they have been struggling with seven straight losses at home, while the Bulldogs have snatched up eight consecutive wins on the road.
