On Monday, the Mars Fightin' Planets ended up a good deal behind the Chartiers Valley Colts and lost 57-41. That's two games in a row now that the Fightin' Planets have lost by exactly 16 points.
When it comes to explaining why Mars lost, don't look at Cecilia Christy. Despite the final result, she posted 13 points. Vita Vargo was another key player, putting up 12 points.
Chartiers Valley got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Emma Reynolds out in front who went 5 for 11 on her way to 12 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Alyssa Davis, who put up nine points.
Mars' loss was their third straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 7-6. As for Chartiers Valley, their win bumped their record up to 8-5.
Mars will head out to challenge South Fayette at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday. One thing working in South Fayette's favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last four games. As for Chartiers Valley, they will welcome West Allegheny at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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