Martins Ferry was the 60-58 winner over Union Local when they last played one another back in March of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Martins Ferry Purple Riders fell 60-52 to the Union Local Jets on Friday. The Purple Riders have now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.
It was another big night for Dre Saunders, who went 10-for-18 to rack up 24 points in addition to eight rebounds and seven assists for Union Local. Saunders has been hot, having also posted two or more steals the last six times he's played. Peyton Causby was another key player, putting up eight points.
Martins Ferry now has a losing record of 10-11. As for Union Local, their win was their eighth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 16-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Martins Ferry will challenge Morgan at 7:00 p.m. on February 22nd. As for Union Local, they will face off against Sandy Valley at 7:00 p.m. on February 22nd. One thing working in Union Local's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last six matchups.
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