Mount Michael Benedictine lost to Skutt Catholic back in February of 2025 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Knights took a blow against the SkyHawks, falling 68-32. While losing is never fun, the Knights can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Nebraska basketball rankings (they are ranked 38th, while the SkyHawks are ranked fourth).
Will Boone
| 01/23/26 vs Skutt Catholic | 50% |
| 01/22/26 vs Gross Catholic | 50% |
| 01/16/26 vs Roncalli Catholic | 50% |
| 01/15/26 @ Boys Town | 100% |
Mount Michael Benedictine's loss came despite strong showings from Noah Stricklett and Will Boone. Stricklett posted ten points, while Boone earned ten points. Boone is also on a roll when it comes to shooting accuracy, as he's posted one of at least 50% in the last four games he's played. Thomas Smith also deserves some recognition as he pulled down his first rebound of the season.
Skutt Catholic got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was George Ziebell out in front who dropped a double-double with 16 points and 11 boards. Eddie Linderman was another key player, going 6-for-15 to rack up 14 points and seven rebounds.
Mount Michael Benedictine's loss dropped their record down to 11-4. As for Skutt Catholic, the victory was the ninth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 14-2.
Mount Michael Benedictine wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, a 56-47 defeat against Gretna on the 27th. As for Skutt Catholic, they will venture away from home to challenge Omaha Central at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. The SkyHawks will be up against the Eagles' rather soft defense (which has allowed 55.13 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
