The Gibson Southern Titans's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Saturday after their fourth straight loss. They fell just short of Boonville by a score of 51-49. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss Gibson Southern has suffered yet this season.
Gibson Southern's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Brodey Lamb, who scored nine points along with three steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Cam Novotny, who scored 14 points.
Even though they lost, Gibson Southern smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 13 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive rebounds they've managed all season.
Gibson Southern has traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost six of their last seven matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-9 record this season. As for Boonville, their victory ended a six-game drought at home and bumped them up to 4-11.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Gibson Southern will take on Tell City at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Tell City has now lost eight straight, and the team is hunting for their first win since December 8. As for Boonville, they will be playing at home against Evansville Mater Dei at 6:30 p.m. on Friday.
