Hill City/Northland and the Cromwell Cardinals squared off in some playoff action on Saturday, but sadly Hill City/Northland had to settle for second. They were outmatched by the Cardinals on the road and fell 79-37. While losing is never fun, Hill City/Northland can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Minnesota basketball rankings (they are ranked 292nd, while Cromwell is ranked 119th).
Cromwell's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Mya Gronner, who scored 17 points. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Gronner has scored all season. Siiena Anderson was another key contributor, scoring 11 points along with five rebounds.
Hill City/Northland has traveled a rocky road recently having lost seven of their last nine matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 13-15 record this season. As for Cromwell, the win (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 20-7.
Hill City/Northland does not have any more games scheduled as of now. Cromwell also has no future games currently scheduled.
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