Basketball Recap: Stephen Stango's Big Game Can't Quite Lead Conemaugh Township over Forest Hills

Conemaugh Township suffered their biggest loss since December 28, 2023 on Saturday. They came up short against the Forest Hills Rangers, falling 70-50. The contest marked the Indians' lowest-scoring game so far this season.

Conemaugh Township's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Stephen Stango, who posted 14 points. Stango has been hot, having also posted two or more steals the last eight times he's played. Another player making a difference was Ethan Matera, who went 5 for 11 on his way to 16 points and eight rebounds.

Even though they lost, Conemaugh Township smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 11 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive boards in six consecutive matches dating back to last season.

Having lost for the first time this season, Conemaugh Township fell to 4-1. As for Forest Hills, the win keeps them at an undefeated 6-0.

Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Conemaugh Township will take on Conemaugh Valley in a holiday battle at at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Forest Hills and Bedford will compete for holiday cheer at 7:15 p.m. on Monday. Forest Hills knows how to get points on the board -- the team has finished with 55 points or more in their past six contests -- so hopefully Bedford likes a good challenge.