The Farrell Steelers just played yesterday, but they'll still head out to face the Hickory Hornets at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. Expect the scorekeeper to be kept busy: if their previous games are any indication, both will really light up the scoreboard.
Farrell fought the good fight in their overtime game against Cleveland Heights on Thursday but wound up with a less-than-desirable result. They took a 68-63 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Tigers. While losing is never fun, the Steelers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' basketball rankings in their respective home states (they are ranked 343rd in Pennsylvania, while the Tigers are ranked 58th in Ohio).
Even though the team lost, they still had their share of impressive performances. One of the best came from Julius Phillips Jr, who went 7 for 8 en route to 18 points in addition to six rebounds and three steals. Another player making a difference was Juelz Johnson, who dropped a double-double on ten boards and 16 assists.
Even though they lost, Farrell was working as a unit and finished the game with 21 assists. That's the most assists they've posted since back in January of 2024.
Mercer typically has all the answers at home, but on Tuesday Hickory proved too difficult a challenge. They blew past the Mustangs 68-47. The Hornets have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won five contests by 21 points or more this season.
Farrell has also traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-6 record this season. As for Hickory, their victory bumped their record up to 8-3.
Farrell came up short against Hickory in their previous meeting back in January of 2024, falling 61-57. Can Farrell avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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