John Hardin extended their losing streak to five on Friday, dropping them down to 4-24. They were six points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 69-63 heartbreaker at the hands of the Adair County Indians. The Bulldogs lost against the Indians in their previous head to head back in December of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was much closer than the 77-33 score last time.
As for Adair County, their victory ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 18-11. The final result isn't all that surprising considering their considerable advantage in MaxPreps' Kentucky basketball rankings (they are ranked 63rd, while John Hardin is ranked 234th).
Adair County had a senior duo take command as Landon Blakey went 9-for-13 on his way to 22 points in addition to six rebounds and four blocks and Dawson Gilbert posted 20 points and five boards. Blakey is also on a roll when it comes to field goal percentage, as he's posted one of at least 55% in the last eight games he's played. Another player making a difference was John Shehan, who had ten points and six boards.
Looking ahead, John Hardin will head out to face off against North Hardin at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. The Bulldogs will need to watch out since the Trojans have now posted at least 55 points in their last 20 matchups. As for Adair County, they will host Marion County at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
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