Marshall hadn't done well against Newton recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. The Marshall Lions came out on top against the Newton Eagles by a score of 51-42. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 55-49 last Wednesday.
Leading Marshall to victory were Trey Scott and Garrett Pugh. Scott went 6 for 13 to rack up 18 points along with seven boards and three steals, while Pugh dropped a double-double with 11 points and 13 rebounds. Scott is also on a roll when it comes to field goal percentage, as he's posted one of at least 45% in the last three games he's played. Another player making a difference was Bentley Delp, who posted ten points in addition to five boards and three steals.
Lions
| 02/07/25 @ Newton | 15 |
| 11/25/24 vs North Clay/Clay City | 14 |
| 02/05/25 @ West Vigo | 13 |
| 12/06/24 @ Mt. Carmel | 13 |
| 01/27/25 vs Robinson | 11 |
Marshall smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 15 offensive boards. That's the most offensive rebounds they've managed all season.
Marshall is on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four contests, which provided a nice bump to their 13-9 record this season. Those victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 54.3 points over those games. As for Newton, they have been struggling recently as they've lost eight of their last ten matches, which has put a noticeable dent in their 7-16 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. We've got a battle between Lions coming up. La Salette Academy will roll in looking for their fifth straight victory, something Marshall surely won't give up without a fight. As for Newton, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Oblong/Hutsonville/Palestine at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Newton is facing Oblong/Hutsonville/Palestine at the right time seeing as Oblong/Hutsonville/Palestine is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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