Final: Washington 55, Adams 85 The Washington varsity boys faced a high‑powered Adams squad and battled through a challenging matchup, ultimately falling 55–85. Despite the final margin, the Panthers showed stretches of toughness, pace, and competitive fire that point toward where this group is growing. Washington opened with confidence, attacking the rim and pushing the tempo, but Adams’ size, shooting, and depth created problems as the game wore on. Even as the Eagles built their lead, the Panthers kept fighting — diving for loose balls, taking charges, and finding moments of rhythm offensively. Several players stepped up with strong individual efforts, knocking down shots and staying aggressive in transition. The team continued to compete possession by possession, showing the kind of resilience and pride that defines Washington basketball. While the scoreboard didn’t tilt their way, the Panthers walk away with clarity on what it will take to close the gap against top competition. The focus now shifts to regrouping, sharpening execution, and carrying forward the toughness they showed in stretches. Washington moves on with the same mindset they always bring — learn, adjust, and come back stronger.