While Creston's victory against Denison-Schleswig wasn't quite the blowout it was the last time the pair played, they still came out on top. The Panthers had just enough and edged out the Monarchs 55-53. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest win the Panthers have posted since February 10, 2025.

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| 01/09/26 - Away | 55-53 W |
| 01/10/25 - Home | 67-37 W |
| 01/05/24 - Away | 46-65 L |
| 01/06/23 - Home | 58-71 L |
| 01/07/22 - Away | 34-50 L |
| + 5 more games |
Creston's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-8. As for Denison-Schleswig, their defeat was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-9.
Creston has already played their next contest, a 45-40 loss against Red Oak on the 12th. As for Denison-Schleswig, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next game, a 62-52 win against Jefferson on the 10th.
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