Horton and Pleasant Ridge pushed the score to 64-61 the last time they played Pleasant Ridge, but on Friday defenses reigned supreme. The Chargers took a 37-25 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Rams. The Chargers were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Rams apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in January.
Pleasant Ridge's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Isaiah Kime, who posted six points and five rebounds. Those six points gave Kime a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Nathan Layton, who put up 12 points and six boards.
Horton is on a five-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-4. As for Pleasant Ridge, their record now sits at 2-3.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Horton and Doniphan West will compete for holiday cheer on Tuesday. Pleasant Ridge will take on Riverside [Wathena/Elwood] in a holiday battle at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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