Pittston entered their match against Hazleton Area on Wednesday without any home losses, but there's a first time for everything. The Pittston Patriots were dealt a 78-50 defeat at the hands of the Hazleton Area Cougars. While losing is never fun, the Patriots can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Pennsylvania basketball rankings (they are ranked 43rd, while the Cougars are ranked third).
Pittston's loss ended a five-game streak of wins at home dating back to last season and dropped them to 10-2. As for Hazleton Area, the win keeps them at an undefeated 12-0.
Pittston is taking a road trip to take on Dallas at 7:15 p.m. on Monday. As for Hazleton Area, they will look to defend their home court on Saturday against Coatesville at 4:00 p.m.
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