Bennington dropped to 3-4 on Tuesday, ending the team's eight-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season. They were dealt an 84-53 loss at the hands of the Gretna East Griffins. The Badgers were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Griffins earlier this season, when they won 84-79.
Blaize Jung
| 12/30/25 vs Gretna East | 57% |
| 12/23/25 @ Elkhorn North | 50% |
| 12/20/25 vs Blair | 67% |
| 12/16/25 vs Gretna East | 50% |
| 12/12/25 @ Elkhorn North | 42% |
| + 2 more games |
Despite the defeat, Bennington had strong showings from Blaize Jung, who shot 57% from the field to rack up 17 points, and Brady Nichols, who posted 11 points. Thanks to that strong game, Jung now owns an excellent 45.8% field goal percentage. Jax Gifford also deserves some recognition as he posted his first block of the season.
As for Gretna East, their record is now 5-3. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Drayke Brown had another great game (as he tends to do), going 9-for-13 en route to 23 points along with eight boards and five assists. He has become a key player for Gretna East: the team is undefeated when he posts at least eight rebounds, but 2-3 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Lawson Bear, who put up eight points and three steals.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bennington will challenge Platteview at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. As for Gretna East, they will take on Olathe South at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Griffins will need to watch out since the Falcons have now posted at least 55 points in their last three matchups.
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