Muncie Burris unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They were beaten by the Frankton Eagles 60-29 on Tuesday. Sadly, the defeat continues a streak the team started last season, making it six in a row.
Matthew Price
| 12/02/25 vs Frankton | 63% |
| 03/04/25 vs Madison-Grant | 50% |
| 02/27/25 vs Blackford | 100% |
| 02/25/25 @ Madison-Grant | 50% |
Several Owls players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Matthew Price, who went 5-for-8 en route to 11 points and five boards. Price is also on a roll when it comes to field goal percentage, as he's posted one of at least 50% in the last four games he's played dating back to last season. Brycen Pope was another key player, putting up six points.
Frankton was led to victory by Trey Bennett and Ethan Stansberry. Bennett shot 63% from the field to rack up 18 points along with seven blocks and six rebounds, while Stansberry went 5-for-6 on his way to 15 points and three steals. Those seven blocks gave Bennett a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Ashton Brobston, who shot 63% from the field en route to 12 points.
Frankton's win was their seventh straight on the road dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 2-0.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Muncie Burris will host GEO Next Generation at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Frankton, they will look to take advantage of their home court for the first time this season as they take on Tipton at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday.
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