By KELLY BLAIR

Sports Editor

The Bearden Bears took two tough losses on the chin on Tuesday and Wednesday, while the Lady Bears appear to be back on track and building momentum toward their district tournament.

The Bears traveled to Strong on Tuesday night, and gave the 7-2A East leading Bulldogs all they wanted for four quarters before dropping a heart-breaking 56-52 decision.

The Bears trailed by only two, 28-26, at halftime, and 44-42 after three quarters of play. Down one with just over four seconds to play, Bearden had the ball and a chance...