Basketball Recap: Saturday's Defeat Ends Tri County's Winning Streak

Trojans

Previous 5 Games

12/14/24 vs Sandy Creek	55-59
12/13/24 @ Southern	50-22
12/10/24 @ Pawnee City	59-32
12/07/24 vs Johnson County Central	62-39
12/05/24 vs Wilber-Clatonia	69-19

It was fun while it lasted, but Tri County's undefeated season came to an end after four games on Saturday. They took a 59-55 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Sandy Creek Cougars. The loss was the Trojans' first of the season.

When it comes to explaining why Tri County lost, don't look at Isabelle Peters. Despite the final result, she went 10 of 20 en route to 23 points along with six rebounds and three steals. Peters is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least three every time she's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Meila Gronemeyer, who made all 5 shots she took to post 11 points.

Even though they lost, Tri County smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 11 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive boards in five consecutive matchups.

Having lost for the first time this season, Tri County fell to 4-1. As for Sandy Creek, they now have a winning record of 2-1.

Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Tri County will venture away from home to face off against Sacred Heart at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Tri County is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 59 points per game this season. As for Sandy Creek, they are taking a road trip to take on Holdrege at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Holdrege's defense has only allowed 29.5 points per game this season, so Sandy Creek's offense will have their work cut out for them.