It was a good run, but Bertrand unfortunately witnessed the end of their six-game winning streak on Thursday. They received a blow as they fell 64-47 to the Elm Creek Buffaloes. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Buffaloes this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 58-50 back in December of 2024.
| 02/27/25 vs Elm Creek | 22 |
| 02/25/25 vs Loomis | 22 |
| 02/21/25 vs Cambridge | 21 |
Bertrand's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Thunder Nelson, who posted 22 points in addition to eight boards and four steals, and Marcus Hernandez, who went 5-for-9 on his way to 13 points along with five rebounds and three steals. The contest was Nelson's third in a row with at least 21 points.
Even though they lost, Bertrand smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 13 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in four consecutive matches.
It was another big night for Quin Oberg, who dropped a double-double with 24 points and ten boards for Elm Creek. Blake Erickson was another key player, dropping a double-double with ten points and ten rebounds.
Bertrand's defeat was their first in the district, dropping their district record down to 5-1 and their overall record down to 20-6. As for Elm Creek, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 20-4.
Bertrand does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Elm Creek, they will face off against Hitchcock County on Saturday.
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