Four Games this week!

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL:

High School team playing strong.

The past couple of weeks have been a whirlwind of activity for the Oak Farm Falcons, with four games and plenty of practices keeping us busy. Here is a recap of our recent matchups and the growth we have seen in the team:

Game 1: Heritage Patriots (Monroeville, IN)
Coming back from Christmas break, our first game against Heritage was a competitive battle. While we did not secure a win, we were proud of the team’s execution and the intensity of our defense. A highlight of the night was playing a fifth quarter, which allowed all team members to gain valuable floor time. The progress in our ball control and overall play was evident, reflecting the hard work put in during practices.

Game 2: Canterbury Cavaliers (Fort Wayne, IN)
Traveling to play against the state champion program, the Falcons faced both Canterbury’s JV and C teams. In the freshman game, our defensive pressure stood out, forcing turnovers and keeping the game close. Though Canterbury edged us out for the win, the performance was encouraging. In the second game against their JV team, we showed resilience, narrowing the lead to just a few baskets in a strong third-quarter run. While we did not win, it was a testament to the team’s grit and determination. We are eager for the chance to face Canterbury again soon on our home court.

Game 3: Noble Whitley Warriors (Fort Wayne, IN)
At Sports One, the Falcons secured an impressive win over the Noble Whitley homeschool program. Our ball control and defensive strategy proved too much for the Warriors to handle. A standout moment was a ball recovery by Cooper Routsong and Ryan Kochanski, leading to Kochanski’s incredible two-handed slam-dunk—an Oak Farm first!

Game 4: Harlan Christian Hawks (Away)
In our second meeting of the season against the Hawks, the Falcons adapted brilliantly to the narrower court, using it to our advantage with strong defensive traps and forced turnovers. The Hawks’ focus on interior defense left us opportunities on the perimeter, and we capitalized with multiple three-pointers, building a lead of up to 30 points. The team displayed great composure and sportsmanship, earning another victory and making us proud.

As we head into another week of games and practices, we’re excited to continue building on this momentum. We are immensely grateful for the unwavering support of the school and our fans—it means so much to the team.

Go Falcons!