A win for John Champe just wasn't in the cards on Wednesday as the team wasn't able to take the lead at any point. They came up short against the Independence Independence, falling 61-40. The Knights were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Independence apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in December of 2023.
Several Knights players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Garan Harmon, who earned seven points. The team also got some help courtesy of Luke Zacharasiewicz, who earned eight points.
Independence's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Ian Grimes, who had ten points in addition to five rebounds and two steals. What's more, Grimes also racked up three assists, the most he's had since back in December of 2023. Another player making a difference was Dantrell Ward, who earned ten points.
John Champe's loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Independence, the win got them back to even at 1-1.
John Champe will look to take advantage of their home-court for the first time this season as they take on Lightridge at 7:15 p.m. on Monday. As for Independence, they won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Heritage at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday.
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