Isaiah Haithcock commands the offense for a Blue Lions win

Unioto vs Washington Game Highlights - Dec. 30, 2023 1:43

The Washington Blue Lions scored the most points they've had all season to find success on Saturday. They came out on top against Unioto by a score of 69-62. Given Washington's advantage in MaxPreps' Ohio basketball rankings (they are ranked 109th, while Unioto is ranked 361st), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.

Washington's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Isaiah Haithcock led the charge by dropping a double-double on 25 points and 11 rebounds. The game was Haithcock's eighth in a row with at least ten points. John Wall was another key contributor, scoring 22 points along with eight rebounds.

The victory makes it two in a row for Washington and bumps their season record up to 7-1. As for Unioto, they now have a losing record at 4-5.

Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Washington will take on Gallia Academy at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Gallia Academy is hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses. As for Unioto, they will be playing at home against Westfall at 7:15 p.m. on Friday.