After flying high against Centerburg last Wednesday, Mt. Vernon came back down to earth. The Yellowjackets fell just short of the Highland Fighting Scots by a score of 41-38 on Wednesday. The Yellowjackets were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Fighting Scots apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in December of 2024.
Highland's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Owen X. Winkelfoos, who dropped a double-double with ten points and 11 rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Mason Hughes, who posted nine points and seven boards.
Mt. Vernon's defeat dropped their record down to 1-1. As for Highland, the victory also got them back to even at 1-1.
Looking ahead, Mt. Vernon will head out to take on Johnstown-Monroe at 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Highland, they will square off against Marion Harding at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. The contest will give the Fighting Scots their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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