Washburn Rural had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They took down the Blue Valley Southwest Timberwolves 71-53 on Friday.
Leading Washburn Rural to victory were Simon Rowley and Kaden Ballard. Rowley went 10 of 18 on his way to 21 points and six rebounds, while Ballard went 5 of 10 on his way to 13 points in addition to seven boards and five assists. The team also got some help courtesy of John Hoytal, who posted five points along with six boards and four steals.
Several Timberwolves players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Baylor Rank, who went 5 of 11 on his way to 13 points. Owen Mauer was another key player, putting up seven points.
Washburn Rural wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 52-44 victory against Raytown South on the 10th. Blue Valley Southwest has also already played their next matchup, a 75-54 win against Topeka on the 9th.
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