Marion Center posted their closest win since January 26, 2024 on Tuesday. They had just enough and edged the Cambria Heights Highlanders out 52-49. That's more bragging rights for the Stingers, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
| 01/14/25 vs Cambria Heights | 3 |
| 01/10/25 @ Conemaugh Township | 3 |
| 01/08/25 vs Conemaugh Valley | 2 |
| 01/07/25 @ Homer-Center | 2 |
| 01/02/25 vs River Valley | 3 |
Marion Center's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Ian Kutsch, who posted 12 points and three steals. Kutsch is on a roll when it comes to steals, as he's now grabbed two or more in the last five games he's played. Another player making a difference was Cameron Pack, who scored 13 points along with seven assists and five boards.
Despite the defeat, Cambria Heights saw an underclassman step up: freshman Nolan Clawson put up 13 points in addition to eight rebounds and five assists. Those five assists set a new season-high mark for Clawson. Ian Nagel also deserves some recognition as he posted his first blocks of the season.
Marion Center moved to 4-10 with that victory, which also ended their six-game losing streak. As for Cambria Heights, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 3-10.
Marion Center and Cambria Heights could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps Pennsylvania Rankings. Marion Center (ranked 483rd) will meet West Shamokin (ranked 125th) at 7:15 p.m. on Thursday. Meanwhile, Cambria Heights will square off against Conemaugh Township at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday down 411 places (537 vs. 126).
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