Somerset was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their 16th straight defeat. They were outmatched by the Chestnut Ridge Lions and fell 113-56. While losing is never fun, the Eagles can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Pennsylvania basketball rankings (they are ranked 661st, while the Lions are ranked 182nd).
Despite the loss, Somerset had strong showings from Aiden Roby, who posted 15 points, and Jacob Stoy, who went 6 of 11 en route to 12 points and three steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Colton Beener, who had five points.
Somerset's defeat dropped their record down to 1-17. As for Chestnut Ridge, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 13-6.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Somerset will venture away from home to square off against Penns Valley Area at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Penns Valley Area has been dominant on offense recently, having racked up an incredible 203 points over their last three contests. As for Chestnut Ridge, they will take on Bald Eagle Area at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The timing isn't great for Bald Eagle Area: they have been struggling with three straight losses at home, while Chestnut Ridge has snatched up three consecutive wins on the road.
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