Highland was solid, but not good enough, on Thursday, as Ontario prevailed 65-53 for an Ohio boys basketball victory on January 19.
The start wasn’t the problem for Highland, as it began with a 17-13 edge over Ontario through the end of the first quarter.
The Warriors kept a 31-28 half margin at the Fighting Scots’ expense.
Ontario jumped to a 46-37 lead heading into the fourth quarter.
The Warriors put a bow on this victory with a strong fourth-quarter kick, outpointing the Fighting Scots 19-16 in the last stanza.
In recent action on January 13, Highland faced off against Clear Fork and Ontario took on Lexington on January 10 at Ontario High School. For more, click here.
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