After both having extra time off, the LaCrosse Leopards and the Lincoln Leopards will shake off the cobwebs and challenge one another on Tuesday. LaCrosse will be looking to extend their current five-game winning streak.
Back in December of 2024, LaCrosse didn't have too much breathing room in their match against Otis-Bison, but they still walked away with a 59-54 victory. That's two games straight that the Leopards have won by exactly five points.
12/20/24 @ Otis-Bison | 4 |
12/17/24 vs Dighton | 5 |
12/14/24 @ Minneola | 3 |
12/13/24 vs Ingalls | 4 |
12/09/24 vs Satanta | 5 |
LaCrosse's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Lee Holopirek, who posted 25 points in addition to seven assists and five boards. Holopirek has been hot, having also posted three or more steals the last five times he's played. Another player making a difference was Trenton Skillett, who almost dropped a double-double on nine points and 11 rebounds.
Meanwhile, Lincoln hadn't done well against St. John's/Tipton Catholic recently (they were 0-9 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way two weeks ago. The stars were shining brightly for Lincoln in a 54-37 win over St. John's/Tipton Catholic. The victory was just business as usual for the Leopards, who after five games remain undefeated this season.
LaCrosse's record now sits at 5-1. As for Lincoln, their record is now 5-0.
Everything came up roses for LaCrosse against Lincoln when the teams last played back in February of 2024, as the team secured a 73-43 win. The rematch might be a little tougher for LaCrosse since the squad won't have the home-court advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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