The Patriots dig themselves a hole to start the game down 10-1 to the Highmore-Harrold Pirates. The Patriots are able to close the gap to end the 1st quarter 15-11. The offense struggled the entire night to hit shots, but the Patriots kept battling to keep the score within reach at halftime down 27-20. The 2nd half was better scoring but the Patriots were unable to catch up as the Pirates defeated the Patriots 47-42.
The Patriots were led by Jackson Maynard with 17 points, 3 rebounds, and 1 steal. TJ Salmen finished with 7 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 blocks. Erik Salmen and Jacob Michlitsch came off the bench to provide a big spark for the Patriots in the 1st half. Erik finished with 6 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 steal while Jacob had 5 points for his career high.
The Patriots are back in action on Thursday night as they travel to Doland to play the Iroquois-Doland Chiefs for another 281 Conference game.