Emporia was the 75-69 winner over Washburn Rural when they last played one another back in February of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Emporia Spartans lost to the Washburn Rural Blues on the road by a 42-28 margin on Friday. The match marked the Spartans' lowest-scoring contest so far this season.
Emporia's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Rylan Crowell, who went 5 for 8 en route to 13 points and six rebounds. Crowell also put up a block, which washis first of the season. Harrison Trelc was another key player, putting up five points and seven boards.
Washburn Rural got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Simon Rowley out in front who went 5 of 11 on his way to 13 points. Another player making a difference was Kaden Ballard, who posted nine points and six rebounds.
Emporia's loss dropped their record down to 4-3. As for Washburn Rural, their record is now 6-2.
Emporia has already played their next game, a 0-0 draw against Trinity Academy on the 23rd. As for Washburn Rural, they will be taking part in a tournament against Joplin at 8:30 p.m. on Thursday. Washburn Rural is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 55.8 points per game this season.
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