Grant Park posted their closest win since December 28, 2023 on Wednesday. They had just enough and edged the Earlville Red Raiders out 44-41. This was payback for the Dragons, who suffered a 53-27 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Despite the loss, Earlville had strong showings from Adam Waite, who dropped a double-double on 15 points and 11 rebounds, and Easton Fruit, who went 5 for 9 en route to 14 points plus three steals. Waite is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as he's now pulled down eight or more in the last 11 games he's played dating back to last season.
The victory got Grant Park back to even at 1-1. As for Earlville, they are on a four-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Grant Park will square off against Illinois Lutheran at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Earlville, they will be defending their home-court for the first time this season they go up against St. Bede at 7:00 p.m. on Monday.
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