Rootstown came tearing into Saturday's game with 11 straight wins (a stretch where they outscored their opponents by an average of 21.8 points), and they left with even more momentum. They claimed a resounding 60-8 victory over the Harding Skippers. The Rovers have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won 15 matches by 20 points or more this season.
Rootstown got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Ardynn Soika out in front who posted ten points. Olivia O'Neill also deserves some recognition as she posted her first assists of the season.
Rootstown smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 15 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in nine consecutive contests.
Rovers
| 02/15/25 vs Harding | 60-8 |
| 02/11/25 vs Madison | 71-55 |
| 02/08/25 vs Perry | 48-43 |
| 02/05/25 vs Mogadore | 70-43 |
| 01/22/25 vs Lake Center Christian | 59-6 |
| + 22 more games |
Rootstown's victory was their 27th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 22-1. Those victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 62.8 points over those games. As for Harding, they are on a 22-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-21.
Coming up, Rootstown will host East Canton at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Rootstown is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 61.7 points per game this season. Harding does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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