Fans were treated to a battle of the Cougars on Saturday. Beechcroft received a blow as they fell 63-49 to Capital. While losing is never fun, Beechcroft can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' basketball rankings in their respective home states (they are ranked 553rd in Ohio, while Capital is ranked 11th in West Virginia).
Among those leading the charge was DeShaud Williams, who posted 15 points. Josiah Greene was another key player, putting up ten points.
Beechcroft has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-8 record this season. As for Capital, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven games. That's provided a nice bump to their 8-2 record this season.
Beechcroft will head out to face off against Centennial at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Cougars will be up against the Stars' rather soft defense (which has allowed 56.5 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Capital, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Huntington at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Cougars will need to watch out since the Highlanders have now posted at least 55 points every time they've taken the court this season.
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