Byers was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They fell to the Ashland Blue Devils 46-42. The Lions were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Blue Devils apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in February.
Ashland's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Corderro Ayers, who posted 11 points and seven rebounds. Another player making a difference was Tarrius Walls, who earned seven points and five rebounds.
Byers' defeat dropped their record down to 2-7. As for Ashland, they moved to 4-8 with that victory, which also ended their four-game losing streak.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Byers will head out to face off against Myrtle at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Ashland, they will challenge Falkner at 7:31 p.m. on Friday. Falkner is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 54.5 points per game this season.
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