Antwerp extended their losing streak to six on Saturday, dropping them down to 3-15. They took a blow against the Montpelier Locomotives, falling 74-47. While losing is never fun, the Archers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Ohio basketball rankings (they are ranked 710th, while the Locomotives are ranked 160th).
As for Montpelier, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 11 of their last 12 games. That's provided a nice bump to their 15-2 record this season. They have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won eight contests by 20 points or more this season.
C.J. Fidler produced another solid performance shooting 50% from the field on his way to 24 points along with six assists and six boards. The matchup was his fourth in a row with at least 21 points. Another player making a difference was Wesly Hartsock, who went 6-for-12 to rack up 16 points in addition to five rebounds and three steals.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Antwerp will welcome Ayersville at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Montpelier, they will look to defend their home court on Friday against Gorham Fayette at 7:00 p.m.
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