Upper Dauphin Area has no trouble against Newport

By Team Reports Jan 16, 2024, 9:06am

Recap: Upper Dauphin Area Trojans vs. Newport Buffaloes

The Upper Dauphin Area Trojans can finally bid farewell to their 19-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Friday. They walked away with a 54-46 victory over Newport. For those curious, yes, that was the biggest victory Upper Dauphin Area has managed all season.

Newport's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Tai Caudle, who scored 13 points. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Caudle has scored all season. Ruben Moreno was another key contributor, scoring eight points along with six rebounds and three steals.

Upper Dauphin Area's win ended a ten-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 1-13. As for Newport, they have traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost nine of their last ten matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-12 record this season.

Upper Dauphin Area will take on Greenwood at 7:15 p.m. on Monday. The timing is sure in Greenwood's favor as the team sits on three straight wins at home while Upper Dauphin Area has been banged up by eight consecutive losses on the road dating back to last season. Newport will take on Halifax at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. One thing working in Halifax's favor is that they have posted big point totals in their last six contests.