Paxton couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They fell just short of the Ponce De Leon Pirates by a score of 54-52 on Monday. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Bobcats have suffered since January 5th.
Paxton lost despite a true team effort on the offense, the best among them being Ryker Stokes, who went 6 for 9 en route to 15 points plus two steals. Another player making a difference was Cade Stewart, who earned eight points in addition to eight rebounds and three steals.
Even though they lost, Paxton smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive rebounds they've posted since back in December of 2023.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. A feisty cat fight will be fought when the Paxton Bobcats duke it out with the Graceville Tigers at 6:45 p.m. on Thursday. As for Ponce De Leon, they won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Poplar Springs at 6:45 p.m. on Tuesday.
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