The Adams Central Patriots waltzed into their match on Thursday with five straight wins but they left with six. They had just enough and edged Aurora out 41-38. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory Adams Central has posted since November 30, 2023.
Adams Central was led to victory by Austin Vontz and Hunter Nepple. Vontz scored nine points, while Nepple scored 11 points.
Adams Central is on a roll lately: they've won seven of their last eight games, which provided a nice bump to their 13-3 record this season. As for Aurora, their loss dropped their record down to 6-5.
Adams Central will be playing in front of their home fans against St. Cecilia at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Aurora on the road again on Monday and play against Kearney Catholic at 7:30 p.m. on January 29th.