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Adkinson Dominates as Joplin Loses Opener
25 Jan
Summary
- Scottie Adkinson scored 32 points against Joplin.
- Joplin rallied from a deficit but couldn't close gap.
- Weather concerns canceled Saturday games at the tournament.
Joplin's boys basketball team faced a tough defeat in their opening game of the Bill Hanson Memorial Tournament, losing 76-61 to Webster Groves. The Statesmen's Scottie Adkinson was a dominant force, netting 32 points. Joplin showed resilience, including a 10-0 run before halftime that narrowed the deficit. However, Adkinson's performance powered a decisive run for Webster Groves in the second half. Joplin's head coach noted competitive spirit but a slow start. Brecken Green led Joplin with 14 points. Due to weather concerns, Saturday's games were canceled, with all teams scheduled for an additional game on Friday. Joplin was set to play Branson, who had previously defeated Washburn Rural.
