Argonia was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They were a single point away from ending the streak, but they lost a 62-61 heartbreaker at the hands of the Cedar Vale/Dexter Spartans. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Spartans this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 61-37 back in January.
Argonia lost despite a true team effort on offense. The best among them was Maddex Hemberger, who went 8-for-13 on his way to 23 points. Carson Vineyard was another key player, putting up eight points along with nine assists and five steals.
Argonia's loss dropped their record down to 10-9. As for Cedar Vale/Dexter, their win was their eighth straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 4-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Argonia will host Central at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Argonia will need to watch out since Central has now posted at least 55 points in their last five games. As for Cedar Vale/Dexter, they will welcome Flinthills at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The matchup will give the Spartans their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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