The Clarkson/Leigh Patriots can finally bid farewell to their 18-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Tuesday. They enjoyed a cozy 60-43 win over Wisner-Pilger. That looming 60-43 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Clarkson/Leigh yet this season.
Leading Clarkson/Leigh to victory were Korbin Lemburg and Wyatt Crosley. Lemburg dropped a double-double on 13 points and 12 rebounds, while Crosley scored 14 points. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Crosley has scored all season. Another player making a difference was Kyle Mcmullin, who scored 15 points along with eight rebounds and two blocks.
Clarkson/Leigh's win ended a seven-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 1-15. As for Wisner-Pilger, they dropped their record down to 1-17 with that defeat, which was their tenth straight on the road dating back to last season.
Clarkson/Leigh will be playing in front of their home fans against the Bluejays at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Wisner-Pilger, they will head out on the road to face off against the Cougars on Tuesday. The matchup should be an exciting one, as these teams are closely ranked in Nebraska (Lyons-Decatur Northeast is ranked 243rd, while the Gators are ranked 256th).
