It was a proper cat-fight when O'Connor challenged Clark on Friday. The Panthers fell just short of the Cougars by a score of 45-42. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Panthers have suffered since November 18th.
Hagen Hurst
| 12/05/25 vs Clark | 18 |
| 12/04/25 vs Weslaco | 20 |
| 12/02/25 @ Steele | 17 |
| 11/25/25 @ Clemens | 20 |
| 11/22/25 vs Alief Taylor | 22 |
When it comes to explaining why O'Connor lost, don't look at Hagen Hurst. Despite the final result, he went 7-for-9 to rack up 18 points and five boards. Hurst's big performance that morning made it five games in a row in which he has scored at least 17 points. Another player making a difference was Ethan Bilyeu, who almost dropped a double-double with 11 points and nine rebounds.
O'Connor has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost five of their last six contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 4-7 record this season. As for Clark, they now have a winning record of 6-5.
O'Connor wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, a 59-57 win against Bishop Lynch on the 5th. As for Clark, they will host Boerne-Champion at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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