Valley Forge was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss dating back to last season. They took a 65-54 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Rocky River Pirates. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Patriots of the 62-41 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in February.
Leading Rocky River to victory were Michael Swallow and Jacob Radcliffe. Swallow dropped a double-double on 16 points and ten rebounds, while Radcliffe shot 4-for-7 from long range and almost dropped a double-double on 18 points and nine rebounds. The dominant performance gave Swallow a new career-high in points. Another player making a difference was Brandon Nazette, who posted five points and six steals.
Valley Forge's record is now 0-3. As for Rocky River, their victory (their first of the season) made their record 1-2.
Valley Forge will square off against Normandy at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Rocky River, they will take on Westlake at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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