DeKalb hadn't done well against Huntington North recently (they were 0-9 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Saturday. The DeKalb Barons walked away with a 65-58 victory over the Huntington North Vikings. This was payback for the Barons, who suffered a 56-44 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Several Vikings players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Dalton Husband, who posted 11 points along with seven rebounds and three steals. Another player making a difference was Ethan Zahn, who put up 11 points and three steals.
DeKalb's win was their first in the conference, bumping their conference record up to 1-4 and their overall record up to 7-9. As for Huntington North, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-8 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. DeKalb will square off against Leo at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Huntington North, they will challenge Carroll at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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