Colby lost to Norton back in January of 2024, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Tuesday. The Colby Eagles came out on top against the Norton Bluejays by a score of 38-31. Given the Eagles' advantage in MaxPreps' Kansas basketball rankings (they are ranked tenth, while the Bluejays are ranked 192nd), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
When it comes to explaining why Norton lost, don't look at Hallie Brooks. Despite the final result, she posted 14 points and three steals. Another player making a difference was Leah Clark, who had four points and nine boards.
Eagles
| 02/04/25 @ Norton | 38-31 |
| 01/31/25 @ Ulysses | 63-17 |
| 01/10/25 @ Hugoton | 59-32 |
| 12/20/24 @ Cimarron | 46-38 |
| 12/17/24 @ Holcomb | 57-44 |
| + 3 more games |
Colby pushed their record up to 13-2 with the victory, which was their eighth straight on the road dating back to last season. Those victories came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 52.4 points per game. As for Norton, their defeat dropped their record down to 4-11.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Colby will square off against Holcomb at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Norton, they will face off against Plainville at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Norton is facing Plainville at the right time seeing as Plainville is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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