The Clear Lake boys basketball team got a look at a good Forest City team Saturday. And although they dropped the game 85-66, they know they’ll be ready if, or when, the two teams meet in the post-season.
“This is a game that we can build on as we continue to get better,” said Clear Lake Coach Kevin Kahler.
The Lions got off to a good start and held a 15-14 lead after one quarter of play. But the Indians turned it on in the second period and rattled off 28 points to leave the Lions trailing by 10 at halftime, 42-32.

“Turnovers and defense was the difference tonight. We didn’t take care of the
ball like we needed to. We had too many turnovers that resulted in layup opportunities for them,” said Coach Kahler.
The Indians extended their lead to 18 heading into the final period, helped by success at the free throw line. Forest City made 14 more free throws than the Lions in the game.

The Lions were paced offensively by Zach Monson, who scored 19 points to go with his team high six-rebounds. Justin Uhlenhopp scored 14 points and dished

out four assists. Sean McChesney had 12 points and five boards, and Jared Sholly added 11 points. Charlie Peterson and Zach Mueller each finished with four points and Lukas Matheson added two.
“We’ll probably see Forest City in the tournament, so it’s nice to know where we’re at with them and what we need to work on before then,” said Coach Kahler. “I know the final score doesn’t indicate it, but we had a lot of positive things happen for us tonight.”

It will be a busy week for the Lions.
They travel to Clarion on Friday, Jan. 11, and Garner, Saturday, Jan. 12.
They will also be on the road early next week,
competing at Webster City, Tuesday, Jan. 15.