Rams struggle in lopsided loss to unbeaten Scotties
December 30, 2023

Rams struggle in lopsided loss to unbeaten Scotties

By Mon Valley Independent

By Liam Belan

lbelan@yourmvi.com

Southmoreland head basketball coach Frank Muccino is known as a harsh critic of his team’s performances, but there wasn’t much to be frustrated with during a 67-38 victory over Ringgold in the Charleroi Holiday Tournament Friday evening. The Scotties (10-0) finished the tournament with a 3-0 record, collecting wins over South Park and East Allegheny before Friday’s win.

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