The Meyersdale Red Raiders couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They took a serious blow against Turkeyfoot Valley Area on Friday, falling 71-39. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Meyersdale in their matchups with Turkeyfoot Valley Area: they've now lost three in a row.
Bryce Nicholson had an outrageously good game for Turkeyfoot Valley Area as he dropped a double-double on 28 points and 13 steals. Daniel Younkin was another key contributor, dropping a double-double on 12 points and 13 rebounds.
Meyersdale's defeat dropped their record down to 0-1. As for Turkeyfoot Valley Area, their victory bumped their record up to 1-0.
Meyersdale will be playing at home against Shanksville Stonycreek at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Turkeyfoot Valley Area, they will face off against Forbes Road at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday.
