Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, the North Eugene Highlanders couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They took a 61-57 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Kingsmen. Having run the score up that high, both teams probably have some extra defensive drills coming up.
Several Highlanders players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Caiden Gould, who scored 12 points along with eight rebounds. It was the first time this season that Gould pulled down eight or more rebounds. Kamani Winger was another key contributor, scoring nine points along with six rebounds and two blocks.
North Eugene's loss dropped their record down to 22-5. As for Putnam, the win was the ninth in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 22-4.
North Eugene and Redmond will face off at 10:45 a.m. on March 7th without much rest after finishing up games yesterday. One thing working in North Eugene's favor is that they have posted big point totals in their last 16 contests. Putnam's road trip will continue as they head out to face Wilsonville on March 8th. Wilsonville will roll in looking for their 19th straight victory, something Putnam surely won't give up without a fight.
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