Newton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They were a single point away from ending the streak, but they lost a 57-56 heartbreaker at the hands of Pope John XXIII. The Braves were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced Pope John XXIII earlier this season, when they won 57-37.
Newton's defeat dropped their record down to 6-12. As for Pope John XXIII, their win bumped their record up to 5-17.
Newton and Pope John XXIII could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps New Jersey Rankings. Newton will challenge Pascack Valley on Thursday down 322 places (374 vs. 52). Meanwhile, Pope John XXIII (ranked 386th) will meet Seton Hall Prep (ranked 17th) at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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