Shepherd hadn't done well against Meridian recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Thursday. The Shepherd Bluejays came out on top in a nail-biter against the Meridian Mustangs, sneaking past 49-46. This was payback for the Bluejays, who suffered a 69-39 loss the last time these two teams met.
Bluejays
| 01/23/25 @ Meridian | 49-46 |
| 01/17/25 @ Standish-Sterling | 42-48 |
| 01/15/25 vs Farwell | 61-12 |
| 01/13/25 vs Beal City | 51-59 |
| 01/10/25 @ Ogemaw Heights | 31-42 |
Shepherd's victory ended a seven-game drought on the road and puts them at 4-10. As for Meridian, they have been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-7 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Shepherd will host Gladwin at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Meridian, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Farwell at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Meridian is facing Farwell at the right time seeing as Farwell is stuck on a 15-game losing streak.
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