The Vassar Vulcans's nine-game losing streak dating back to last season came to an end on Wednesday. They managed a 37-32 victory over Unionville-Sebewaing. That 37-32 margin sets a new team best for Vassar this season.
Vassar's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Austin Long, who scored 16 points along with five rebounds and five steals. That makes it six consecutive games in which Long has scored at least 25% of Vassar's points. Landon Klinesmith was another key contributor, scoring five points along with six steals and five rebounds.
Vassar's win ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 1-8. As for Unionville-Sebewaing, their loss dropped their record down to 2-8.
Vassar will be playing at home against Bad Axe at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Bad Axe has insisted on making their lastthree contests complete nail-biters, turning in a record of 1-2 during that stretch of close contests. As for Unionville-Sebewaing, they will head out on the road to face off against Laker at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Laker and Unionville-Sebewaing are at an even 5-5 over their past ten head-to-heads.
