Nickerson hasn't had much luck against Smoky Valley recently, but that could start to change on Friday. The Nickerson Panthers will head out on the road to square off against the Smoky Valley Vikings at 7:30 p.m.
Nickerson is headed into Friday's contest looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their fourth straight game on Tuesday. They took a 47-40 hit to the loss column at the hands of Larned.
| 01/14/25 vs Larned | 3 |
| 01/03/25 vs Cheney | 1 |
| 12/12/24 vs Bucklin | 1 |
| 12/09/24 vs Holcomb | 1 |
| 12/06/24 vs Buhler | 1 |
Nickerson's loss came about despite a quality game from Garrett Crossman, who went 6 of 14 en route to 15 points in addition to six boards and three steals. Those three steals gave Crossman a new career-high. Trenton Wood also deserves some recognition as he scored his first points of the season.
Meanwhile, Smoky Valley came into Tuesday's matchup having lost 11 straight, but that streak is now in the rearview. They blew past Chapman 60-36 on Tuesday. The Vikings' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Smoky Valley's victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-6. As for Nickerson, their defeat dropped their record down to an identical 1-6.
Nickerson came up short against Smoky Valley in their previous meeting back in February of 2024, falling 66-58. Thankfully for Nickerson, Ki Blanchat (who went 7 for 14 on his way to 24 points and five rebounds) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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