Avery County was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They took a blow against the Mountain Heritage Cougars, falling 78-39. The Vikings were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cougars apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in February of 2024.
Avery County's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kaleb Liner, who posted nine points and six rebounds. Another player making a difference was Hank Johnson, who earned 13 points.
Leading Mountain Heritage to victory were Isaiah Adams and Jace Loven. Adams went 8 of 9 en route to 18 points and three steals, while Loven went 6 for 13 on his way to 18 points. The match was Loven's fifth in a row with at least ten points. Robbie McCurry was another key player, putting up eight points in addition to five boards and three steals.
Avery County's defeat dropped their record down to 8-7. As for Mountain Heritage, their win was their seventh straight at home, which pushed their record up to 12-2.
Coincidentally, the two teams will both be playing Rosman the next time they take the court. Avery County will head out to face Rosman at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, while Mountain Heritage will head out to face them at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
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