If Edgewood was riding high fresh off their 78-57 takedown of Brown County on Thursday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Mustangs took a 79-69 hit to the loss column at the hands of the South Putnam Eagles on Saturday. The Mustangs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in January of 2025.
South Putnam got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Khalil Jefferson out in front who dropped a double-double with 25 points and 13 rebounds. What's more, Jefferson posted two blocks, the most he's had since back in January of 2025. Another player making a difference was Isaac Garner, who went 8-for-18 on his way to 20 points and eight boards.
Edgewood's defeat was their first in the conference, dropping their conference record down to 3-1 and their overall record down to 6-4. As for South Putnam, they now have a winning record of 5-4.
Coming up, Edgewood will be playing in front of their home fans against Greencastle at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday. The Mustangs' defense better be ready for this one: the Tiger Cubs have averaged an impressive 62.3 points per game this season. As for South Putnam, they will venture away from home to face off against Northview at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. The Knights will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something the Eagles surely won't give up without a fight.
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