On Thursday, the Fordson Tractors were within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 55-49 to the Canton Cobras. While losing is never fun, the Tractors can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Michigan basketball rankings (they are ranked 232nd, while the Cobras are ranked 66th).
Kessler Blakita was his usual excellent self, dropping a double-double with 22 points and 11 rebounds for Canton. That's the most boards Blakita has posted since back in December of 2024. Lem Pettway was another key player, putting up four points in addition to ten rebounds and five steals.
Fordson's defeat dropped their record down to 10-12. As for Canton, they have been performing well recently as they've won seven of their last nine matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 14-8 record this season.
Fordson will be taking part in a tournament against Edsel Ford at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Canton does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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