The Roosevelt Roughriders had to endure a seven-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They were the clear victor by a 71-46 margin over Fort Morgan. Roosevelt's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Leading Roosevelt to victory were Nolan Peterson and Seppe Salvatore. Peterson scored 22 points along with nine rebounds and four steals, while Salvatore dropped a double-double on 27 points and 17 rebounds. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Salvatore has scored all season. The team also got some help courtesy of Joseph Palma, who scored 12 points along with four steals.
Roosevelt's victory ended a four-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-10. As for Fort Morgan, they still haven't won a game yet this season and fell to 0-10.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Roosevelt will challenge Severance at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Fort Morgan, they will head out on the road to face off against Riverdale Ridge at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The timing is sure in Riverdale Ridge's favor as the squad sits on four straight wins at home while Fort Morgan has been banged up by six consecutive losses on the road dating back to last season.
