The Upper Perkiomen Indians's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Monday after their 12th straight loss. The game between them and Boyertown wasn't particularly close, with Upper Perkiomen falling 63-47. Upper Perkiomen has not had much luck with the Bears recently, as the team's come up short the last three times they've met.
Boyertown's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Brant Rath, who dropped a double-double on 15 points and 12 rebounds. Rath also grabbed two steals for the first time this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Braedyn Johnson, who scored 14 points along with five assists and two steals.
Upper Perkiomen dropped their record down to 1-13 with that loss, which was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season. As for Boyertown, their win bumped their record up to 8-12.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Upper Perkiomen won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against the at 6:40 p.m. on January 30th. Pope John Paul II has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last four games. As for Boyertown, they won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against the Eagles at 6:45 p.m. on January 30th. One thing working in Norristown's favor is that they have posted big point totals in their last six games.
