Even though the Rochester Rockets have not done well against the Sacred Heart-Griffin Cyclones recently (they were 0-9 in their previous nine matchups), they didn't let the past get in their way on Friday. Rochester narrowly escaped with a win as the squad sidled past Sacred Heart-Griffin 53-51. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory Rochester has posted yet this season.
Rochester got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Henry Buecker out in front who scored 14 points along with nine steals and five rebounds. Buecker continues to roll, besting his previous point total in each of the last three games he's played. Tanner Beal was another key contributor, scoring nine points along with 13 rebounds.
Rochester's win bumped their record up to 9-11. As for Sacred Heart-Griffin, their defeat dropped their record down to 6-9.
Rochester won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against Jacksonville at 7:00 p.m. on January 13th. Jacksonville is coming into the matchup on a four-game losing streak. Sacred Heart-Griffin won't have much time to rest: their next game is against Belleville West at 3:00 p.m. on January 13th. Belleville West is hoping to put an end to a three-game streak of away losses.
