On Saturday, the Buckhorn Wildcats hosted the Estill County Engineers. The Wildcats needed a win to stop a four-game skid and bring their record back to over 500.

The game was tight in the early going, with the Wildcats claiming a slim 14-11 lead at the end of the first period. The Wildcats' offense came to life in the second quarter, lifting them to a sizable lead. Going into the locker room, Buckhorn was on top 39-24.

Buckhorn's hot hand stayed with them well into the third period. The Wildcats remained in control of the tempo and the game throughout the third period. With one period left to play, Buckhorn was in control 59-40.

With the game well in hand, the Wildcats went down their bench to close out the festivities. Buckhorn was able to cruise to the 74-57 win, lifting their recored to 8-7 on the season.

Buckhorn (74)

Eric Stidham 22, Matt Day 20, Dustin Colwell 6, Ryan Couch 5, Tray Gay 5, Tate Gay 2, Brent Turner 5, Scotty Blank 4, Joey Neace 3, and Corey Hoskins 2.

Estill Co. (57)

Roberts 14, Berryman 10, Doty 9, Abernathy 8, Williams 4, Allen 4, Case 3, Moore 3 and Evans 2.