The Licking Valley Panthers's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Friday after their fourth straight loss. They fell 64-54 to Watkins Memorial. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Licking Valley in their matchups with Watkins Memorial: they've now lost three in a row.
When it comes to explaining why Licking Valley lost, one person who can't be blamed is Jacob Wheeler. Despite the final result, he scored 14 points along with six rebounds. The team also got some help courtesy of Jacob Curry, who scored ten points.
Licking Valley's defeat was their third straight at home, which dropped their record down to 8-9. That rough patch can't be blamed on the team's offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 53.7 points per game. As for Watkins Memorial, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four matches, which provided a nice bump to their 12-6 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Licking Valley will face off against Heath at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Licking Valley is strutting with some offensive muscle, as they've averaged 51.5 points per game this season. As for Watkins Memorial, they will head out on the road to square off against Johnstown-Monroe at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Johnstown-Monroe will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Watkins Memorial surely won't give up without a fight.
