FREDONIA — The Humboldt High boys couldn’t catch a break against Fredonia’s powerful offense Friday. The Cubs lost, 71-67.
The Cubs (14-4) played well but their defense — always a bright spot — was uncharacteristically lackluster in the second and third quarters.
Humboldt got out to an early lead in the first quarter behind Sam Hull and Trey Sommer each hitting four two-point baskets. Fredonia countered with Joel Dutton hitting a three, a layup and a free throw to contribute to their 12 points
Humboldt led Fredonia heading to the second quarter, 25-12.
The Yellowjackets then woke up, outscoring the Cubs 21-14. Fredonia was led by Ashton O’neal’s eight points on a pair of three’s as well as Zac Ramsey’s pair of three’s.
Trey Sommer led the Cub offense in the second when he scored six points, including five free throws. Colden Cook also went for five points in the second.
Humboldt led Fredonia at halftime, 39-33.
Fredonia kept their foot on the pedal in the third. Ramsey scored nine points and Jeremiah Couch went for four to take a 54-49 lead at the end of the quarter.
Hull added seven points and Sommer had six points in the fourth but it wasn’t enough to overcome Fredonia’s strong fourth-quarter offense. Ultimately, Ramsey hit a couple of triples and the Cubs were forced to foul Fredonia as they knocked down four free throws.
Humboldt was led offensively by Sommer’s 26 points, Hull’s 22 points and Cook’s 14 points. Fredonia finished the night with four scorers in double figures.
The Cubs host Bluestem on Tuesday at 6 p.m.
