Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, Shamokin Area couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They fell 53-46 to the Valley View Cougars on Friday. The Indians have struggled against the Cougars recently, as the game was their third consecutive lost meetings.
Despite the loss, Shamokin Area still got an impressive performance from Joe Hile, who posted 11 points and seven rebounds. What's more, Hile also posted a 67% three-point shooting accuracy, which is the highest he's achieved since back in January. Another player making a difference was Cru Schroyer, who had nine points and five boards.
Shamokin Area's defeat dropped their record down to 25-5. As for Valley View, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won eight of their last nine matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 23-5 record this season.
Shamokin Area does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Valley View, they will square off against Devon Prep on Friday. Both teams are coming into the contest red-hot, with Devon Prep sitting on four straight victories and Valley View on six.
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