After flying high against Shenango on Friday, Laurel came back down to earth. The Spartans lost 73-48 to the Cochranton Cardinals on Saturday. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest defeat the Spartans have suffered since February 17, 2025.
Cochranton had a senior duo take command as Walker Carroll almost dropped a double-double with 23 points and nine boards and Brady Rynd dropped a double-double with 23 points and 11 rebounds. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Rynd has scored all season. The team also got some help courtesy of CJ Shorts, who posted 11 points.
Laurel has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 10-7 record this season. As for Cochranton, the win was the fifth in a row for them, bringing their record up to 9-5.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Laurel will welcome Rochester at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Spartans will be up against the Rams' rather soft defense (which has allowed 63 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. As for Cochranton, they will look to defend their home court on Tuesday against Jamestown at 7:30 p.m.
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