Basketball Recap: Freeport Comes Up Short + How To Watch

Freeport was the 74-63 winner over Belvidere when they last played one another back in January, but their luck changed this time around. The Pretzels came up short against the Bucs on Wednesday, falling 74-48. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Pretzels have suffered since February 8th.

Andrew Seward

Points

12/03/25 vs Belvidere	23
11/28/25 vs Richwoods	18
11/26/25 vs Chicago Marshall	17
11/25/25 vs Lutheran	19

When it comes to explaining why Freeport lost, don't look at Andrew Seward. Despite the final result, he went 7-for-11 on his way to 23 points. The matchup was Seward's fourth in a row with at least 17 points. Another player making a difference was Isaiah Baker, who shot 42% from the field to rack up 11 points and five boards.

Freeport is on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 1-3. As for Belvidere, the win keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.

Coming up, Freeport will be playing in front of their home fans against Rockford Auburn at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. The Pretzels will be up against the Knights' rather soft defense (which has allowed 68.25 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Belvidere, they are taking a road trip to face off against Rockford East at 7:15 p.m. on Friday. The Bucs will be up against the E-Rabs' rather soft defense (which has allowed 62.75 points per contest), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.