Monarch boys cagers open season with big victory at Bellefontaine
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December 8, 2023

Monarch boys cagers open season with big victory at Bellefontaine

By Tim Miller

Marysville’s boys hoopsters tipped off the 2023-24 campaign with a 57-30 victory at Bellefontaine on Tuesday.

MHS’ defense clamped down on the Chieftains throughout the contest.

The Monarchs (1-0) held a 15-8 margin by the conclusion of the opening period and took a 29-12 lead into the halftime br...

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