Corry turns things around after tough road loss

By Team Reports Jan 13, 2024, 2:53pm

Recap: Corry Beavers vs. Eisenhower Knights

There's no place like home for the Corry Beavers, who bounced back after a tough loss on the road last Thursday. They sure made it a nail-biter, but they managed to escape with a 41-39 victory over Eisenhower on Saturday. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Corry also won the last time the pair played back in March of 2021.

Eisenhower's loss came despite strong showings from Lainey Font and Clara Steinberg. Font scored 14 points along with eight rebounds and two steals, while Steinberg scored 15 points along with seven rebounds and two steals. Steinberg is on a roll when it comes to points, as she's now scored 15 or more in the last six games she's played.

Corry's victory was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 4-4. As for Eisenhower, 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. Corry will take on Oil City at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday. Oil City is coming into the match on a four-game losing streak. As for Eisenhower, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Girard at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Girard is still on the hunt for that elusive first 'W'.