DeKalb was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They had to suffer through a 68-28 loss at the hands of the Columbia City Eagles. The Barons lost against the Eagles in their previous head to head back in January of 2025, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 69-51 score last time.
DeKalb's loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Ellington Sparkman, who posted six points. Ella Nixon also deserves some recognition as she posted her first block of the season.
DeKalb's defeat dropped their record down to 8-11. As for Columbia City, they are on a roll lately: they've won seven of their last nine games. That's provided a nice bump to their 14-7 record this season.
DeKalb will face off against Lakeland at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Columbia City, they will square off against Fort Wayne Northrop at 7:45 p.m. on Tuesday.
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