Hickman takes back crosstown rivalry against Rock Bridge
Hickman boys basketball beat Rock Bridge in their annual crosstown match-up on Thursday at Hickman. The Kewpies won 62-50, taking an early lead and maintaining it throughout the game. This marks Rock Bridge's first conference loss of the season — and their first loss to Hickman since 2013.
The Kewpies will play next against St. Louis University High School on Wednesday. Rock Bridge will play next on Friday against Kansas City's Northeast High School.
Rock Bridge's Hudson Dercher runs the ball up the court
Rock Bridge’s Hudson Dercher, left, dribbles upcourt while Hickman’s Benjamin Wilson defends Thursday at Hickman in Columbia.
Rock Bridge senior Xavier Sykes shoots a free throw
Rock Bridge senior Xavier Sykes shoots a free throw Thursday at Hickman in Columbia. Sykes shot a 3-pointer in the last seconds of the first half of the game against the Kewpies.
Rock Bridge junior Nate Norris aims for the net
Rock Bridge junior Nate Norris aims for the net while Hickman players stand on guard to get the rebound on Thursday at Hickman in Columbia. The Kewpies won 62-50.
Hickman's Benjamin Wilson blocks Rock Bridge's Xavier Sykes
Hickman's Benjamin Wilson, left, blocks Rock Bridge's Xavier Sykes as he attempts to score Thursday at Hickman in Columbia. The Kewpies beat the Bruins 62-50 for their first victory over their crosstown rivals since 2013.
Rock Bridge player Hudson Dercher attempts to put the ball up
Rock Bridge player Hudson Dercher attempts to put the ball up over Hickman guards Thursday at Hickman in Columbia. Rock Bridge's record is now 11-7, while Hickman stands at 10-10.
Rock Bridge teammates help Xavier Sykes off the ground
Rock Bridge teammates help Xavier Sykes off the ground Thursday at Hickman in Columbia.
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Haley Singleton
Staff Photojournalist, Spring 2021 Studying photojournalism Reach me at hestvp@umsystem.edu, or in the newsroom at 882-5700
