With a playoff win on the line, Meridian rose to the challenge on Friday. They were the clear victor by a 77-57 margin over the Hardin County Cougars. The Bobcats have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won 14 matches by 20 points or more this season.
It was another big night for AJ Flenoid, who dropped a double-double with 29 points and 22 boards. His big performance that evening made it six games in a row in which he has scored at least 17 points. Colin Monan was another key player, putting up 17 points in addition to six rebounds and five assists.
Meridian smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 25 offensive boards. That's the most offensive rebounds they've posted since back in February of 2024.
Despite the defeat, Hardin County saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Bryden Banks shot 41% from the field en route to 18 points and six boards. The team also got some help courtesy of Christian Winters, who posted seven points.
Bobcats
| 02/28/25 vs Hardin County | 77-57 |
| 02/26/25 vs Gallatin County | 85-53 |
| 02/07/25 vs Madison | 73-63 |
| 02/03/25 vs Century | 84-51 |
| 01/28/25 vs Vienna | 74-53 |
| + 16 more games |
Meridian pushed their record up to 24-8 with the victory, which was their 21st straight at home dating back to last season. They've dominated over that stretch too, winning by an average of 28.1 points. As for Hardin County, their loss dropped their record down to 18-12.
Meridian wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 54-51 win against Waltonville on the 5th. Hardin County does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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