Holcomb was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss. They were outmatched by the Risco Tigers and fell 83-34. While losing is never fun, the Hornets can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Missouri basketball rankings (they are ranked 535th, while the Tigers are ranked 75th).
Holcomb's defeat dropped their record down to 2-13. As for Risco, their win was their 15th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 16-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Holcomb will host Gideon at 2:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Risco, they will look to defend their home court on Tuesday against North Pemiscot at 7:00 p.m.
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