The Batesville 7th Grade improved to 4-0 with a victory over Franklin County. The Dogs started off a little slow leading at the half 16-12. Batesville came out ready to go in the 2nd half, led by Cade Kaiser who gave an instant energy boost, he was extremely active on both sides of the court. Batesville continued with solid energy and effort the rest of the game that led them to a 42-22 victory. Batesville was led in scoring by Jacob Stenger with 19 points, followed by Cade Kaiser with 13. Will Jaisle 6 points, Jake Chapman 3 points, and Gage Pohlman with 1.
The 8th Grade won a close one at Franklin County by a score of 30-28. Franklin County played very physical and with a lot of energy to keep the game close all night. The Bulldogs struggled most of the night offensively but ultimately got enough stops defensively to win the game. Chris Lewis and Jack Grunkemeyer led the way with 7 points apiece, followed by Sam Johnson (6), Conner Drake (4), Gus Prickel (2), Carter Bohman (2), and Deacon Hamilton (2). Batesville moves to 4-0 on the season heading into the holidays.
Courtesy of Bulldogs Coach Tyler Burcham.