Calumet New Tech was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They took a blow against the Kankakee Valley Kougars, falling 77-46. The Warriors lost against the Kougars in their previous head to head back in February of 2024, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 83-77 score last time.
Leading Kankakee Valley to victory were Brady Sampson and Luke Bayci. Sampson went 11-for-19 on his way to 25 points in addition to eight boards and three steals, while Bayci went 7-for-10 to rack up 17 points and five rebounds. What's more, Bayci also posted two steals, the most he's had since back in December of 2024. Bobby Lalonde was another key player, putting up nine points and five boards.
Calumet New Tech's defeat dropped their record down to 8-11. As for Kankakee Valley, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests, which provided a nice bump to their 10-8 record this season.
Looking ahead, Calumet New Tech will head out to face off against Boone Grove at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Boone Grove is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 53.1 points per game this season. As for Kankakee Valley, they will look to defend their home court on Wednesday against Knox at 7:00 p.m.
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