The Dow Chargers had to endure a six-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They blew past Lapeer 72-51. That result was just more of the same for these two, as Dow also won the last time the pair played back in January of 2023.
Ian Balch had an outrageously good game as he scored 31 points along with eight rebounds. Another player making a difference was Ben Vansumeren, who dropped a double-double on 18 points and 14 rebounds.
Dow's victory ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 6-14. As for Lapeer, they have been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last ten matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-13 record this season.
Dow will be playing at home against Traverse City Central at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Traverse City Central is coming into the game with five straight defeats on the road, meaning Dow will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win. As for Lapeer, they will take on Heritage at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Heritage knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with flashy point totals in its past six matchups -- so hopefully Lapeer likes a good challenge.
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