The Muncie Burris Owls lost against the Cambridge City Lincoln Golden Eagles back in February of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Saturday. Muncie Burris received a tough blow as they fell 67-51 to the Golden Eagles. The defeat unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Muncie Burris in their matchups with the Golden Eagles: they've now lost three in a row.
Several Owls players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Timo Minnich, who scored 22 points. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Minnich has scored all season. The team also got some help courtesy of Asher Donahue, who dropped a double-double on 13 points and ten rebounds.
Even though they lost, Muncie Burris were working as a unit and finished the game with 12 assists. That's the most assists they've managed all season.
Cambridge City Lincoln got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Noah Patterson out in front who dropped a double-double on 12 points and 11 rebounds. Patterson also posted two blocks for the first time this season. Ryne Sturgis was another key contributor, scoring 15 points along with five assists.
Muncie Burris' loss dropped their record down to 3-12. As for Cambridge City Lincoln, their win bumped their record up to 5-9.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Muncie Burris will face off against the Tigers at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Cambridge City Lincoln, they will head out on the road to face off against the Tigers at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Hopefully Hagerstown focused on turnovers this week since the team gave up 14 last Thursday.
