Knights
| 01/20/26 @ Eastern Hancock | 65-61 |
| 01/16/26 @ Knightstown | 61-33 |
| 01/13/26 vs Tri | 61-38 |
| 01/10/26 @ Hagerstown | 61-36 |
| 01/08/26 vs Centerville | 55-28 |
| 01/03/26 @ Twin Valley South | 81-45 |
Northeastern had already won five in a row (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 27.8 points) and they went ahead and made it six on Tuesday. They came within four points of losing the streak, but they secured a 65-61 W against the Eastern Hancock Royals. That's more bragging rights for the Knights, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
Northeastern's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Mackenzie Johnson led the charge by dropping a double-double with 17 points and 13 boards. What's more, Johnson also posted a 60% field goal percentage, which is the highest she's achieved since back in November of 2025. Adysson Kircher was another key player, going 5-for-10 on her way to 18 points and three steals.
Northeastern was working as a unit and finished the game with 13 assists. They are a perfect 13-0 when they've passed the ball that well.
When it comes to explaining why Eastern Hancock lost, don't look at McKenzie Koch. Despite the final result, she shot 60% from the field to rack up 25 points along with eight assists and eight rebounds. Koch has been hot recently, having also posted two or more steals the last three times she's played. Another player making a difference was Bella Sotelo, who went 6-for-12 en route to 14 points and three steals.
Northeastern's record is now 13-7. As for Eastern Hancock, they are on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 12-7.
Northeastern wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 59-48 win against Union County on the 21st. As for Eastern Hancock, they will face off against Daleville at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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