Basketball Recap: Manchester Valley Takes a Loss

Manchester Valley suffered their closest loss since January 12, 2024 on Monday. They fell just short of Crofton by a score of 47-44.

Emma Penczek

Steals

02/10/25 vs Crofton	4
02/07/25 vs Francis Scott Key	5
02/05/25 @ Westminster	5
02/03/25 @ Century	4
01/28/25 @ South Carroll	4
+ 5 more games

When it comes to explaining why Manchester Valley lost, don't look at Emma Penczek. Despite the final result, she posted ten points along with six rebounds and four steals. Penczek is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least four every time she's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Taylor Fique, who earned eight points in addition to six boards and three steals.

Manchester Valley's defeat dropped their record down to 11-7. As for Crofton, their victory bumped their record up to 7-5.

Coming up, Manchester Valley will host Harford Tech at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Crofton, they will face off against Old Mill at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday.