Buckeye was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their seventh straight loss. They were six points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 52-46 heartbreaker at the hands of the Holy Savior Menard Eagles. The Panthers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in December of 2023.
Holy Savior Menard's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Aiden Burch led the charge by putting up 11 points and six boards. Baylor Smith was another key player, going 6 of 12 on his way to 16 points.
Buckeye's loss dropped their record down to 4-9. As for Holy Savior Menard, their win ended a three-game drought at home and bumped them up to 5-14.
Buckeye will head out to take on Vidalia at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Holy Savior Menard, they will welcome Plainview at 7:00 p.m. on Monday.
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