York Country Day had to travel to play their first game of the season, but the final result was worth the trip. They blew past the Susquenita Blackhawks 70-42 on Friday. This was payback for York Country Day, who suffered a 61-56 loss the last time these two teams met.
York Country Day's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Elijah Slaughter led the charge by earning 18 points plus eight steals and five rebounds. Ryan Maus was another key player, posting 16 points plus six steals.
Susquenita's loss came despite strong showings from Ryan Schoppy and Dylan Trimmer. Schoppy went 9 for 16 en route to 22 points plus eight rebounds, while Trimmer went 6 for 14 en route to 13 points plus four steals.
Susquenita's defeat dropped their record down to 1-1.
York Country Day wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 60-57 win against Annville-Cleona on the 7th. Susquenita has also already played their next game, a 46-29 victory against Biglerville on the 7th.
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