Ronnie Mathews & Steven Baker added 14 points apiece
LISBON, Ohio (WKBN) – In the consolation game, Heartland Christian rallied from 7 down entering the final quarter to prevail 53-50 over the host Lisbon Blue Devils. The Lions were outscored 28-19 in the second and third quarters to fall behind 41-34 with eight minutes remaining.
Heartland Christian (1-1) was led by Ronnie Mathews and Steven Baker – who each scored 14 points. Cade Roth added 9. The Lions were turned away in their first round matchup with McDonald on Friday (97-41).
The Lions will welcome Lowellville on Tuesday.
Lisbon (0-2) was paced by a pair of juniors Ryan McCullough (16) and Blayne Brownfield (13). Both had two three-pointers apiece. The Blue Devils will return to action on Tuesday when they visit East Canton.