Martins Ferry raced to a big lead and never looked back in a 77-54 win over Bellaire for an Ohio boys basketball victory at Martins Ferry High on Jan. 17.
The first quarter gave Martins Ferry a 17-9 lead over Bellaire.
The Purple Riders fought to a 28-19 halftime margin at the Big Reds’ expense.
Martins Ferry jumped to a 55-35 lead heading into the final quarter.
The Purple Riders held on with a 22-19 scoring edge in the fourth quarter.
Last time Martins Ferry and Bellaire played in a 64-54 game on Feb. 7, 2023.
In recent action on Jan. 9, Martins Ferry faced off against East Liverpool Beaver and Bellaire took on Belmont Union Local on Jan. 12 at Bellaire High School.
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