West Branch extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to five on Friday, dropping them down to 0-3. They took a 62-50 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Southern Huntingdon County Rockets. The Warriors were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Rockets apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in February of 2024.
When it comes to explaining why West Branch lost, don't look at Dylan McGonigal. Despite the final result, he shot 55% from beyond the arc en route to 31 points. Easton Emigh was another key player, putting up nine points along with seven rebounds and four blocks.
As for Southern Huntingdon County, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 3-1. The victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 65.5 points over those games.
Southern Huntingdon County got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Cohen Snyder out in front who went 12-for-26 to rack up 29 points in addition to six boards and five assists. With that strong performance, Snyder is now averaging an impressive 17.5 points per game. The team also got some help courtesy of Jase Watkins, who shot 54% from the field on his way to 15 points along with five rebounds and three steals.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. West Branch will be home for the holidays to greet Bucktail at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Southern Huntingdon County, they will host Northern Bedford County at 7:15 p.m. on Monday. The game will give the Rockets their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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