Penns Manor was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss dating back to last season. They were six points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 65-59 heartbreaker at the hands of the Harmony Area Owls. The Comets were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Owls apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in December of 2024.
Penns Manor lost despite a true team effort on offense. The best among them was Jackson Hardesty, who went 5-for-11 on his way to 17 points and three steals. Dylan Depp was another key player, shooting 45% from the field en route to 15 points and five boards.
Penns Manor's loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Harmony Area, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
Penns Manor wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 63-55 defeat against Portage on the 9th. As for Harmony Area, they will face off against Blacklick Valley at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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