South Newton played a tough game on Saturday in which they were outscored in every quarter. They took a blow against the Carroll Cougars, falling 71-37. While losing is never fun, the Rebels can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Indiana basketball rankings (they are ranked 443rd, while the Cougars are ranked 156th).
Despite the loss, South Newton still got an impressive performance from Matthew Armstrong, who went 6-for-12 to rack up 14 points and five boards. Another player making a difference was Owen Firkins, who posted seven points.
South Newton's defeat dropped their record down to 4-15. As for Carroll, they have been performing well recently as they've won nine of their last 11 matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-4 record this season.
South Newton will look to defend their home court on Monday against Faith Christian at 8:00 p.m. As for Carroll, a feisty cat fight will be fought as the Cougars duke it out with the Panthers at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Each of these teams will be battling to keep a three-game winning streak alive.
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