The Southland Rebels lost against the Cooter Wildcats back in December of 2022, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. Southland was the victim of a tough 70-45 loss at the hands of Cooter. Southland has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
It was another big night for Caleb Gunnels, who dropped a double-double on 26 points and 13 rebounds for Cooter. Gunnels is absolutely dominating the block category: he's posted at least two every time he's taken the court this season. Ethan Strickland was another key contributor, almost dropping a triple-double on 11 points, 9 rebounds, and 10 assists.
Southland's loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Cooter, the win for they keeps them at an undefeated 5-0.
Coincidentally, both teams will both be playing Holcomb the next time they take the court. Southland will head out to face Holcomb at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, while Cooter will host them at 7:30 p.m. on January 9, 2024.
