On Friday, Brooks didn't have too much breathing room in their contest against Seneca, but they still walked away with a 51-45 victory. That looming 51-45 mark stands out as the most commanding margin for Brooks yet this season.
Brooks' win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Braylon Smith, who scored 12 points. Bryce Hayes was another key contributor, scoring 14 points.
Brooks' win bumped their record up to 2-11. As for Seneca, they have been struggling recently, as they've lost four of their last five contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-5 record this season.
Brooks and Mattoon will face off at 4:30 p.m. on December 29, 2023 without much rest after finishing up games yesterday. Mattoon is looking to tack on another W to their three-game streak on the road. Seneca and Effingham will round out the year against one another at 6:00 p.m. on Friday at. Effingham has now lost seven straight, and the team is hunting for their first win since November 30.