Queensbury and Niskayuna squared off in some playoff action on Saturday, but Queensbury had to settle for second. They received a blow as they fell 61-42 to the Niskayuna Silver Warriors. While losing is never fun, the Spartans can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' New York basketball rankings (they are ranked 311th, while the Silver Warriors are ranked 48th).
Queensbury's loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Troy Jorgensen, who went 8-for-17 to rack up 17 points and four steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Marcus Gooden, who posted seven points and three blocks.
Queensbury has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 12-10 record this season. Niskayuna is on a roll lately: they've won nine of their last ten matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-5 record this season.
Queensbury does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Niskayuna, they will face off against Bethlehem Central at 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Niskayuna will be up against Bethlehem Central's rather soft defense (which has allowed 54.95 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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