Even though the Schuylkill Haven Hurricanes have not done well against the Tulpehocken Trojans recently (they were 1-7 in their previous eight matchups), they didn't let the past get in their way on Saturday. Schuylkill Haven took down Tulpehocken 47-29. Given Schuylkill Haven's advantage in MaxPreps' Pennsylvania basketball rankings (they are ranked 196th, while Tulpehocken is ranked 663rd), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Schuylkill Haven's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Mckenna Runkle, who scored 13 points. Another player making a difference was Alea Porter, who scored ten points.
Schuylkill Haven's victory bumped their record up to 16-2. As for Tulpehocken, their defeat was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season, which dropped their record down to 1-6.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Schuylkill Haven will take on Our Lady of Lourdes Regional at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Tulpehocken, they will look to defend their home court on Monday against Fleetwood at 7:30 p.m.
