Basketball Recap: Crestwood's Luck Changes for the Better on Tuesday

By Team Reports Jan 7, 2026, 5:09am

Basketball Recap: Crestwood Comets vs. Hazleton Area Cougars

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Previous Games

01/06/26 - Away58-40 W
01/21/25 - Away26-56 L
12/21/24 - Home50-53 L
01/30/24 - Away46-68 L
01/09/24 - Away50-38 W
+ 5 more games

Crestwood had to endure a four-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They enjoyed a cozy 58-40 victory over the Hazleton Area Cougars on Tuesday. This was payback for the Comets, who suffered a 56-26 loss the last time these two teams met.

Hazleton Area's defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Xavier Heck, who posted seven points. Another player making a difference was Dylan Stish, who earned 11 points and seven rebounds.

Crestwood now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Hazleton Area, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-7 record this season.

We've got plenty of inter-conference action coming up soon. Crestwood is set to square off against their familiar foe Greater Nanticoke Area at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday. Meanwhile, Hazleton Area will challenge rival Dallas at 7:15 p.m. on Friday.

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