Gillespie posted their biggest victory since November 30, 2024 on Thursday. They breezed by the North Mac Panthers to the tune of 56-28. Given the Miners' advantage in MaxPreps' Illinois basketball rankings (they are ranked 128th, while the Panthers are ranked 420th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Miners
| 01/09/25 @ North Mac | 56-28 |
| 12/21/24 @ Calhoun | 56-55 |
| 12/12/24 @ Litchfield | 55-41 |
| 12/07/24 @ Pawnee/Calvary/Lutheran | 48-37 |
| 11/29/24 @ Mattoon | 46-26 |
Gillespie's win was their fifth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 13-5. The wins came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 52.2 points per game. As for North Mac, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four games, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-10 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Gillespie will host Jersey at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. As for North Mac, they will take on Lincolnwood at 7:00 p.m. on Monday.
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