Snider cruises to fifth straight win; Blackhawk Christian dominates Concordia

Snider continued its midseason surge Saturday, using a balanced attack and timely defense to handle Kokomo 56-45 at home and notch the Panthers’ fifth straight win. The early exchange set the tone: Layne Patterson fed Braylin Fertil on a drive that finished at the rim, and Kokomo answered with a Korbyn Hammel step-back floater. Snider seized momentum when Chance DeRossett buried a corner three-pointer, then Ketron Paschell’s rejection on the defensive end turned into a fast break opportunity that the Panthers converted.

Snider built on those swings with efficient ball movement. DeRossett later found Xavier Wilson in the paint, and Wilson’s layup extended the lead as the Panthers asserted control. Snider’s defense limited Kokomo’s looks and kept the margin comfortable down the stretch, allowing the Panthers to pull away for an 11-point victory. The result reinforces Snider’s identity as a team that can grind in the half court, get contributions from its perimeter shooters, and change a game with interior defense.

At the Cage, Blackhawk Christian powered past Concordia 66-40 in a win that was decisive from the outset. The Braves struck early when Bryce LaCross found Drake Sefton, whose drive and kick set Kyler Wood up for a corner three. Concordia answered with Charlie Lang finding Evan Armstead inside, and Armstead battled through contact to finish. But Blackhawk Christian’s physicality and depth showed up next. Briggs Pardon worked around defenders to score at the rim and the Braves steadily expanded their lead, ultimately prevailing by 26.

Both results carry practical value for local fans and program development. Snider’s fifth straight victory should boost confidence for a roster proving it can close out tight games and rely on role players in pressure moments. Blackhawk Christian’s blowout highlights a lineup that can score from the perimeter and finished strong at the rim, a combination that will matter as the regular season reaches its middle stretch.

For communities that follow high school hoops closely, these games illustrate where each program’s strengths lie and what opponents must prepare for. Expect Snider to keep testing defenses with inside-out balance, and watch for Blackhawk Christian to press its advantage in transition and on the perimeter as the season moves forward.