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Kenston Bombers Fall to Howland Tigers in Close Game
Kenston's two-game losing streak continues after 50-42 defeat
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
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The Kenston Bombers fell to the Howland Tigers 50-42 in a close high school basketball matchup on Tuesday. Despite an impressive double-double performance from Kenston's Morgan Cicek, the Bombers were unable to overcome the Tigers, who were led by Maya Kubancsek's own double-double.
Why it matters
This loss marks the second in a row for the Kenston Bombers, dropping their season record to 13-9. Meanwhile, the win gives the Howland Tigers some momentum as they head into the playoffs.
The details
Kenston was the 57-50 winner over Howland when the two teams last played in December 2019, but the tables turned this time around. Kenston's Morgan Cicek had 18 points and 11 rebounds, while Kait Paystrup added 10 points. For Howland, Maya Kubancsek recorded a double-double with 10 points and 17 rebounds, along with multiple blocks. Talia Rishel also scored 10 points and grabbed 6 rebounds for the Tigers.
- The game was played on Tuesday, February 18, 2026.
- Kenston and Howland previously played each other in December 2019, with Kenston winning 57-50.
The players
Morgan Cicek
A Kenston Bombers player who recorded a double-double with 18 points and 11 rebounds in the game.
Kait Paystrup
A Kenston Bombers player who scored 10 points in the game.
Maya Kubancsek
A Howland Tigers player who recorded a double-double with 10 points and 17 rebounds, and also had multiple blocks in the game.
Talia Rishel
A Howland Tigers player who scored 10 points and grabbed 6 rebounds in the game.
What’s next
Kenston will face off against Geneva on Saturday, while Howland will square off against Lake at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday.
The takeaway
This close loss for the Kenston Bombers highlights the competitive nature of high school basketball, as they look to bounce back in their upcoming playoff matchup against Geneva. Meanwhile, the Howland Tigers have gained some momentum heading into their own playoff game against Lake.
