After flying high against the Alden-Hebron Green Giants last Friday, the Mooseheart Red Ramblers came back down to earth. Mooseheart was outmatched by the Sobos on the road and fell 70-40. While losing is never fun, Mooseheart can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Illinois basketball rankings (they are ranked 639th, while the Sobos are ranked 254th).
Despite the defeat, Mooseheart had strong showings from Nishi Amos, who scored 12 points, and Tolu Erinolu, who scored ten points.
Mooseheart has been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last eight contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-9 record this season. As for South Beloit, the win makes it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 16-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Mooseheart will challenge the Eagles at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. Christian Life will be looking to keep their six-game home win streak alive. As for South Beloit, they will head out on the road to face off against the Warriors at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. Westminster Christian is still on the hunt for that elusive first 'W'.
