Basketball Recap: Strongsville Takes Down Elyria in a Playoff Battle

Mustangs

Margin (Wins)

02/19/25 vs Elyria	50
01/28/25 vs Euclid	48
11/26/24 @ Shaker Heights	45
12/04/24 @ Euclid	40
12/10/24 vs Brunswick	38

Strongsville had already proven themselves in the regular season and they didn't miss a beat now that it's playoff time. They simply couldn't be stopped on Wednesday as they easily beat the Elyria Pioneers 72-22. The Mustangs have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won 11 matchups by 21 points or more this season.

Strongsville's victory was their 11th straight at home, which pushed their record up to 22-1. Those victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 67.6 points over those games. As for Elyria, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost seven of their last eight contests, which has put a noticeable dent in their 3-20 record this season.

Looking ahead, Strongsville will take on St. Joseph Academy at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday. Elyria does not have any more games scheduled as of now.