What happened: Midland Classical finished the Keene 22 Courtside Classic with a 2-2 record. The team faced strong competition throughout the weekend, showing resilience and effort in every matchup. Their lone victory came against Oak Cliff, 50–28, highlighting the team’s ability to compete and finish strong despite earlier challenges. After the weekend, the Knights are now 4-4 for the season.

The tournament began with a 45–34 win against IDEA Monterrey Park College Prep, followed by a loss to Keene, 51–27, where the team struggled to find rhythm. Midland Classical then had a tough 67–33 defeat to Fort Worth Country Day. They finished the weekend on a high note with a 50–28 win against Life Oak Cliff. Each game provided valuable experience against competitive programs.

The big picture: Despite finishing 2-2, the tournament offered Midland Classical a meaningful experience and highlighted areas of growth. The Knights showed they can execute strong halves and respond after setbacks, building confidence for upcoming games.

What’s next: Midland Classical looks to carry lessons from the Keene 22 Courtside Classic into their next game against Abilene Christian on Tuesday, Dec. 2.

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