The Butler Bears Men traveled to Holden tonight seeking to pick up their second W in a row. They would be facing a one win Holden team that is on an 8 game loosing streak. 

The Bears took an early lead, and held a narrow 2 point upper-hand through the first quarter. The game continued to be tightly contested in the first half, as the score was knotted up at 23-23 at the intermission. 

Out of the break, Dylan Triebel came alive, scoring 9pts in the 3rd quarter and helping the Bears carry a 41-35 advantage into the final quarter. As time expired, the Bears found themselves ahead 54-45. 

Jake Chandler led the offensive charge for Butler, ending his night with 17 points. Triebel pitched in 11, while Jesse Carter finished with 10 points. 

Kolby Hill or Holden had a game leading 27 points. 

With the win, the Bears start a 2 game win streak, and have now won 3 of their last 4 contests. They will be back in action Friday at Versailles. 

The JV also grabbed an impressive victory with a final of 55-28. Eli Doll racked up 19 points in JV action.