Reed-Custer lost to Wilmington back in December of 2024, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Tuesday. The Reed-Custer Comets escaped with a win against the Wilmington Wildcats by the margin of a single free throw, 66-65. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Comets.
Wilmington's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Ryan Kettman, who dropped a double-double on 18 points and 11 boards. That's the most points Kettman has posted since back in February of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Lucas Rink, who went 6 of 11 from beyond the arc en route to 20 points and five rebounds.
Comets
| 01/21/25 vs Wilmington | 66-65 |
| 01/14/25 vs Lisle | 76-61 |
| 12/27/24 vs Serena | 71-65 |
Reed-Custer pushed their record up to 6-13 with the win, which was their third straight at home. The wins came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 71.0 points per game. As for Wilmington, their loss dropped their record down to 13-7.
Reed-Custer has already played their next game, a 70-61 victory against Momence on the 22nd. As for Wilmington, a feisty cat fight is on tap when the Wilmington Wildcats challenge the Manteno Panthers at 6:45 p.m. on Friday.
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