Paducah had lost four straight at home dating back to last season, but on Tuesday they dropped down to 2-6 to make it five. They took a 38-33 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Haskell Indians. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Dragons of the 56-38 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in December of 2024.
Maverick Monroe
| 12/09/25 vs Haskell | 3 |
| 11/25/25 @ Roby | 3 |
| 11/21/25 vs Aspermont | 3 |
| 11/18/25 vs Lazbuddie | 3 |
Paducah's loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Maverick Monroe, who posted 14 points along with six boards and three steals. Monroe is crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least three every time he's taken the court this season. Ethan Garibaldi was another key player, putting up seven points in addition to five assists and five rebounds.
As for Haskell, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 7-3. Those 38 points were actually the fewest they have put up all season, but given the result they're probably not too concerned.
Haskell's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Haegen Pinkerton, who had ten points. The team also got some help courtesy of Gaige Strickland, who put up four points and seven boards.
Looking ahead, Paducah will take on Anson in a tournament on Thursday. The Dragons will be up against the Tigers' rather soft defense (which has allowed 50.6 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Haskell, they will face off against Archer City at 12:45 p.m. on Thursday.
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