Central High School split a doubleheader with visiting Wheatland High School on Friday, with the Central boys team coming out on top with a 62-55 victory, while the girls team fell 45-52.
In the boys game, Central started off slow, falling behind by 10 points in the first quarter. However, the team rallied in the second half, outscoring Wheatland by 17 points to secure the win. The victory was led by standout performances from seniors John Smith and Sarah Johnson, who combined for 40 points.
The girls game was a tightly contested match, with both teams trading baskets throughout the game. Central struggled with turnovers, which ultimately proved to be their downfall. Despite a strong defensive effort, the team was unable to overcome Wheatland’s offensive firepower and came up short in the end.
Overall, it was a solid performance from both Central teams, with the boys team showing resilience and determination in their comeback victory, while the girls team showed promise despite the loss. The split result leaves Central with a 1-1 record heading into their next matchups.
Both teams will look to build on their performances as they continue their season, with the boys team aiming to maintain their winning momentum and the girls team working to improve on their turnovers and execution in clutch situations.
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