After flying high against Hammond Academy of Science & Tech on Tuesday, Calumet New Tech came back down to earth. The Warriors took a 76-65 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Andrean Fighting 59ers on Friday. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Fighting 59ers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 72-53 back in December of 2025.
Johnnie Hudson
| 02/27/26 vs Andrean | 43% |
| 02/24/26 @ Hammond Academy of Science & Tech | 50% |
| 02/12/26 vs Hammond Morton | 75% |
| 02/10/26 @ Munster | 40% |
Despite the loss, Calumet New Tech still got an impressive performance from Johnnie Hudson, who went 12-for-22 to rack up 29 points along with seven rebounds and four steals. Hudson is also on a roll when it comes to three-point shooting accuracy, as he's posted one of at least 40% in the last four games he's played. Lawerence Wesby was another key player, shooting 55% from the field en route to 16 points and five boards.
Calumet New Tech's defeat was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 5-17. As for Andrean, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 10-13.
The two teams are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. Calumet New Tech will challenge Gary West Side at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Andrean, they will face off against Lighthouse College Prep Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Fighting 59ers' defense better be ready for this one: the Lions have averaged an impressive 56.8 points per game this season.
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