Hughes unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They lost to the Lewis County Panthers at home by a 75-56 margin on Tuesday. The Lions were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Panthers apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in December of 2024.
Leading Lewis County to victory were Dakota Hull and Bo Banks. Hull went 12-for-16 on his way to 25 points, while Banks shot 53% from the field to rack up 19 points in addition to seven assists and three steals. Another player making a difference was Maddox Tanner, who posted 14 points.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hughes will host West Carroll at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Lewis County, they will look to defend their home court on Thursday against Forrest at 6:00 p.m.
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