Maple Heights extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to five on Saturday, dropping them down to 0-3. They lost 80-56 to Strongsville. If Maple Heights was looking for revenge after losing 50-42 to Strongsville when the teams met back in January of 2019, then they'll just have to keep looking.
When it comes to explaining why Maple Heights lost, don't look at Tristan Coles. Despite the final result, he almost dropped a double-double with 15 points and nine boards. The team also got some help courtesy of Biyon Tonwe, who shot 50% from the field to rack up 11 points.
Strongsville's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-3. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Strongsville's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Brandon Byers, who went 10-for-15 on his way to 23 points and three steals. Byers is crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least two every time he's taken the court this season. Abdul Awawda was another key player, shooting 64% from the field en route to 18 points and five rebounds.
Maple Heights has already played their next game, a 70-34 loss against Warrensville Heights on the 9th. As for Strongsville, they will challenge Medina at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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