Paulding hasn't had much luck against Bryan recently, but that could start to change on Thursday. The Paulding Panthers will welcome the Bryan Golden Bears at 7:30 p.m. Paulding is coming into the contest hot, having won their last three games.
Last Tuesday, Paulding was able to grind out a solid win over Lincolnview, taking the game 56-49.
Paulding found their leader in sophomore Tori Schlatter, who scored 20 points in addition to eight steals and seven rebounds. Schlatter is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Kayleigh Dunham, who posted ten points in addition to eight rebounds and two blocks.
Paulding smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 15 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 15 offensive rebounds in three consecutive matchups.
Meanwhile, Bryan's undefeated season came to an end after three games on Tuesday. They lost 60-38 to Wayne Trace. The loss was the Golden Bears' first of the season.
Paulding's victory bumped their record up to 3-0. As for Bryan, their loss ended an 11-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 3-1.
Paulding took a serious blow against Bryan when the teams last played back in December of 2023, falling 68-31. Will Paulding have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.
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