Great Bend unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They were outmatched by the South Cougars at home and fell 57-20. The Panthers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cougars apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in January.
South got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Brooklyn Jordan out in front who went 6 for 15 en route to 15 points plus eight rebounds and three steals. Paityn Fritz was another key player, going 7 for 14 en route to 15 points plus eight rebounds.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Great Bend will head out to square off against Sterling at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for South, they are taking a road trip to challenge Arkansas City on Tuesday.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
