Averill Park and Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake squared off in some playoff action on Tuesday, but Averill Park had to settle for second. They fell just short of the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Spartans by a score of 40-37. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Warriors have suffered since November 29, 2024.
Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake found their leader in sophomore John Klopfer, who dropped a double-double with 18 points and 12 boards. Klopfer continues to improve, besting his previous point total in each of the last three games he's played. Gus Fusco was another key player, putting up nine points.
Averill Park has traveled a rocky road recently having lost four of their last five contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 11-10 record this season. Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake's victory ended a six-game drought on the road and puts them at 3-18.
Averill Park does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake, they will face off against Troy at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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