Basketball Recap: Make It Two in a Row for Speedway

Madelynn Matelic

Rebounds

11/25/25 @ Covenant Christian	15
12/02/25 @ North Montgomery	11
11/14/25 vs Greenwood Christian Academy	10
11/20/25 vs Cascade	8
11/18/25 vs Shelbyville	8
+ 2 more games

North Montgomery came into Tuesday's game looking for another win against Speedway, but Madelynn Matelic wouldn't allow it. The Sparkplugs sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 39-37 win over the Chargin' Chargers on Tuesday thanks in part to Matelic, who dropped a double-double with 17 points and 11 boards. She is becoming a predictor of Speedway's success: when she posts at least ten rebounds the team is undefeated (and 1-3 when she doesn't).

Hayli Clampitt was another key player, putting up seven points and five boards. She is also on a roll when it comes to field goal percentage, as she's posted one of at least 50% in the last six games she's played.

When it comes to explaining why North Montgomery lost, don't look at Madysen Holt. Despite the final result, she shot 56% from the field en route to 16 points. Lilly Graham also deserves some recognition as she posted her first block of the season.

The victory made it two in a row for Speedway and bumps their season record up to 4-3. They've had to fight for that success though, as they only beat their opponents by an average of 2.5 points across that stretch. As for North Montgomery, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 4-4.

Looking ahead, Speedway will head out to square off against Beech Grove at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for North Montgomery, they will look to defend their home court on Friday against Southmont at 6:00 p.m. The Mounties' defense has only allowed 27.4 points per game this season, so the Chargin' Chargers' offense will have their work cut out for them.