This season hasn't been kind to the Franklin Regional Panthers, who are still winless after their fourth matchup. They took a 54-47 hit to the loss column at the hands of Mars on Thursday. The defeat unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Franklin Regional in their matchups with Mars: they've now lost four in a row.
Mars got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Carmella McDole out in front who scored 12 points along with 6 rebounds. Another player making a difference was Alexis Cashdollar, who scored 10 points along with 5 rebounds.
The last time Franklin Regional won on the road was back last Saturday. Having now lost three straight away matchups, they've bumped their record down to 0-4. As for Mars, their win bumped their record up to 3-1.
Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing Blackhawk the next time they take the court. Franklin Regional will host Blackhawk at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, while Mars will head out to face them at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.