Kennett's skid hits eight games with 57-52 loss to Poplar Bluff

Kennett drops eighth straight game as Mules improve to 7-9 on the season

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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The Kennett Indians basketball team fell to the Poplar Bluff Mules 57-52 on Wednesday, February 11th, marking their eighth consecutive loss. Kennett's record now stands at 4-16, while Poplar Bluff improved to 7-9 on the season.

Why it matters

Kennett has been struggling mightily, losing eight games in a row and falling to 4-16 on the season. The team is desperately searching for a way to end their skid and get back on track. Meanwhile, Poplar Bluff was able to capitalize on Kennett's woes and pick up a much-needed win to improve their own record to 7-9.

The details

In the matchup between the two Missouri high school basketball teams, Kennett was unable to snap their eight-game losing streak, falling 57-52 to Poplar Bluff. The loss drops Kennett's record to 4-16 on the season, while Poplar Bluff's record improves to 7-9.

  • The game took place on Wednesday, February 11, 2026.

The players

Kennett Indians

The high school basketball team from Kennett, Missouri that is currently on an 8-game losing streak and has a 4-16 record on the season.

Poplar Bluff Mules

The high school basketball team from Poplar Bluff, Missouri that was able to defeat Kennett 57-52 and improve their record to 7-9 on the season.

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The takeaway

Kennett's struggles continue as they drop their eighth straight game, falling to 4-16 on the season. Meanwhile, Poplar Bluff was able to capitalize on Kennett's woes and pick up a much-needed win to improve their own record to 7-9.