Pirates lose to Grove, defeat Kenton in OT
Bluffton High School boys' basketball team split its weekend games, losing to Columbus Grove and defeating Kenton.
On Friday, Grove defeated Bluffton 42-39, Grove was led by Caiden Grothaus with 15, the Bulldogs move to 6-13 (NWC 2-5). The Pirates were led by Gabe Denecker with 14, and move to 10-10 (NWC 4-3).
On Saturday, Bluffton defeated Kenton 54-47 in overtime. The Pirates move to 11-10, while the Wildcats move to 12-9 on the season. Gabe Denecker led all scorers tonight with 19, followed by Luke Denecker with 17. Jaron Sharpe led Kenton with 11.
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Stories Posted This Week
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Monday, August 10, 2026
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- Professor Parquet on the passing of Don Nelson
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Sunday, August 9, 2026
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Friday, August 7, 2026
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