DeKalb hadn't done well against Leo recently (they were 1-8 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The DeKalb Barons strolled past the Leo Lions with points to spare, taking the game 57-39. That looming 57-39 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for the Barons yet this season.
Leo's loss shouldn't obscure the performances of Malina Lape, who went 5 of 9 on her way to 15 points, and Leah Shappell, who posted 12 points and five rebounds.
Barons
| 12/13/24 @ Leo | 57-39 |
| 12/10/24 @ Fort Wayne Concordia Lutheran | 64-55 |
The victory made it two in a row for DeKalb and bumps their season record up to 6-3. As for Leo, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five games, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-6 record this season.
DeKalb and Leo should be looking forward to their upcoming games as both have a sizable advantage in the MaxPreps Indiana Rankings. DeKalb (ranked 85th) will meet Garrett (ranked 307th) at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday. Similarly, Leo (ranked 137th) will meet Fort Wayne North Side (ranked 316th) at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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