Hamilton County Reporter

Fishers was edged out at Pike on Friday, falling 70-67 in a contest that ended the Tigers’ seven-game win streak.

Fishers led 19-17 after the first quarter, with freshman Jeffrey Simmons pouring in 12 points. The Red Devils came back in the second period, leading 37-32 by halftime.

Pike then led 56-47 after three quarters. Willie Jackson had eight points for the Tigers in that period. Fishers made a run in the fourth, outscoring the Red Devils 20-14, but Pike was able to hang on for the win. Terry Hicks scored nine for Fishers in that quarter.

Four Tigers players reached double figures. Josiah Matthews led with 18 points, with Jackson scoring 14. Simmons had 12 and Alex Szilagyi added 11, including three 3-pointers.

Fishers is 9-4 for the season and will play at Arsenal Tech on Tuesday.