Baxter Springs is 2-8 against Columbus since January of 2021 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Friday. The Baxter Springs Lions will square off against the Columbus Titans. Given that both suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this contest.
Baxter Springs is headed into Friday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 21st straight game dating back to last season on Tuesday. They were beaten by Frontenac 71-18.
Meanwhile, Columbus scored the most points they've had this season on Tuesday, but it wasn't enough. They fell 53-43 to Neodesha. The Titans' loss continues a trend for the team, making it five in a row.
Baxter Springs will have to contain Katy Mooney as she made an impact in Columbus' last game. She posted 29 points. With that strong performance, Mooney is now averaging an impressive 15.1 points per game. Brylie Johnson was another key player, putting up nine points.
Columbus' defeat dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Baxter Springs, their loss dropped their record down to 0-4.
Baxter Springs took a serious blow against Columbus in their previous meeting back in February of 2024, falling 47-18. A big factor in that loss was the dominant performance of Mooney, who went 6 for 14 on her way to 18 points in addition to five rebounds and three steals. Now that Baxter Springs knows the damage she can cause, will they be able to stop her this time? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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