It was a proper cat-fight when Kearns took on Payson on Friday. The Cougars were dealt a 69-36 loss at the hands of the Lions. While losing is never fun, the Cougars can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Utah basketball rankings (they are ranked 124th, while the Lions are ranked 18th).
Kearns is on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-7. As for Payson, their win was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 8-2.
Kearns and Payson will both get a bit of extra prep time before their next games. The next time the Cougars see the court they'll take on Hillcrest at 7:00 p.m. on January 2, 2026. As for Payson, their break will end when they face Cedar at 7:00 p.m. on the 31st.
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