Salem Hills extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to seven on Tuesday, dropping them down to 0-3. They received a blow as they fell 65-51 to the Provo Bulldogs. The Skyhawks were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Bulldogs apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in February of 2023.
Salem Hills' loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Tanner Huff, who posted nine points in addition to five rebounds and three steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Elijah Gasser, who scored ten points along with five boards and three steals.
As for Provo, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 3-3. Those victories came thanks in part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 70.5 points over those games.
Provo's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Callen Tollestrup, who dropped a double-double with 15 points and 12 rebounds. The matchup was Tollestrup's sixth in a row with at least 15 points. Lucas Castagnetto was another key player, going 5-for-11 on his way to 15 points and three steals.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Salem Hills will head out to challenge Clearfield at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Provo, they will venture away from home to square off against Brighton at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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