Axtell was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They were beaten by the Alma Cardinals 64-32. The matchup marked the Wildcats' lowest-scoring contest so far this season.
Despite the loss, Axtell still got an impressive performance from Brandt Modlin, who almost dropped a double-double on ten points and nine boards. Jacob Halvorsen was another key player, putting up seven points and three steals.
It was another big night for Zavier Mitchell, who dropped a double-double on 15 points and 15 rebounds for Alma. Mitchell's evening made it four games in a row in which he has scored at least ten points. Another player making a difference was Isaiah Neal, who posted 14 points and three steals.
Axtell's defeat dropped their record down to 4-8. As for Alma, the victory (which was their ninth in a row) raised their record to 11-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Axtell will challenge Elm Creek at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Alma, they will take on Amherst at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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