No matter what the playing field is, the highly anticipated Highway 11 Showdown lived up to its reputation as an exhilarating night of basketball, featuring intense matchups between Whitewright and Tom Bean. From a nail-biting JV boys game that ended in a dramatic tie to the impressive performances of the varsity teams, the evening was a rollercoaster of emotions for fans and players alike.

There was no JV girls game against Whitewright this go-round but the varsity girls game was a showcase of talent and resilience. The first half saw both teams engaged in a fierce back-and-forth struggle. However, in the third quarter, the Lady Cats demonstrated maturity, seizing control of the game on both ends of the court. Sam Lind led the charge with an impressive 23 points and 14 rebounds, while Taylor Vick and Ryan Jones made significant contributions. The Lady Cats secured a commanding lead, ultimately winning with a final score of 45-31.

As the dust settles from the Highway 11 Showdown, attention turns to the upcoming matchup on January 26, where the Lady Cats will travel to Sam Rayburn for another thrilling encounter. The JV boys will start the night at 5:00 pm, followed by the varsity girls at 6:15 pm, and then the varsity boys will play at 7:30 pm. There will not be a JV girls game.