Northeastern Falls On the Road at Fort Hays Tech Northwest 88-80
In a spirited contest on Saturday, January 12, 2025, the Northeastern Junior College Plainsmen faced off against the Fort Hays Tech Northwest Tigers in a regular season basketball battle. Hosted in Goodland, KS, this thrilling encounter resulted in an 88-80 victory for the visiting Tigers.
Despite a robust effort, the Plainsmen could not secure the win, with the game epitomizing a tough season thus far. Ryder McConnell and Uwami Chongo both put up commendable performances scoring 15 points each, with McConnell also grabbing 9 rebounds. Owen Wright contributed notably as well, scoring 13 points and securing 8 rebounds.
Reflecting on the game, the Plainsmen's coach emphasized the need for better ball handling and team coordination. 'More assists and way less turnovers,' he pointed out, signaling areas for improvement as the team prepares for their next challenge.
Looking ahead, the Plainsmen are set to meet Lamar Community College on the road in Lamar, CO, on January 17, 2025. With a current record of 5-13, the team is eager to turn their fortunes around and notch more wins in the latter part of the season.