The GVCS Broadfording Lions suffered their biggest defeat since December 18, 2023 on Saturday. They were beaten by Mountain Ridge 72-33. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for GVCS Broadfording in their matchups with Mountain Ridge: they've now lost six in a row.
When it comes to explaining why GVCS Broadfording lost, one person who can't be blamed is Jordan Shifler. Despite the final result, he dropped a double-double on 15 points and ten rebounds. Shifler hasn't dropped below two steals for three straight games.
GVCS Broadfording's loss dropped their record down to 5-16. As for Mountain Ridge, the win got them back to even at 5-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. GVCS Broadfording and Berkeley Springs will face off at 7:30 p.m. on January 16th without much rest after finishing up games yesterday. Berkeley Springs presents a significant challenge as they come into the match much higher ranked than GVCS Broadfording in their respective states (Berkeley Springs is ranked 107th in West Virginia, while GVCS Broadfording is ranked 247th in Maryland). As for Mountain Ridge, they will challenge Allegany at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The timing is sure in Allegany's favor as the team sits on six straight wins at home while Mountain Ridge has been banged up by four consecutive losses on the road dating back to last season.
