Newton was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 15th straight defeat dating back to last season. They lost 65-40 to the East Aces. While losing is never fun, the Railroaders can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Kansas basketball rankings (they are ranked 281st, while the Aces are ranked 53rd).
Newton's loss dropped their record down to 0-13. As for East, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won seven of their last eight matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 10-4 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Newton will face off against Kapaun Mt. Carmel at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for East, they will venture away from home to square off against West at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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