The Atlantic Trojans Girls basketball team’s four-game winning streak ended Friday night at the hands of the Harlan Cyclones. In a defensive affair, both teams struggled on offense and with turnovers. However, in a game that came down to limiting mistakes and taking advantage of opportunities, the Cyclones edged Atlantic in both aspects as they walked away with a 44-32 win. However, the biggest positive for the Trojans had nothing to do with the final score. Friday night marked a massive milestone as Patyn Hartr became the all-time leading scorer in Atlantic girls basketball history.

As expected in a rivalry game, it was clear from the start that this contest would be a battle. Mackenna Schroeder and Aubrey Schwieso traded threes early for the game’s first points. However, with the game tied at five, the Cyclones went on an 11-3 run to close out the first quarter, a lead they would never relinquish. The Trojans offense struggled the rest of the half. Schroeder’s opening bucket was Atlantic’s lone long ball of the half. Harlan held the Trojans to just two points in the second quarter. Although the Atlantic defense was just as stingy, the Cyclones did just enough to open up a 21-10 lead at the half.

Atlantic’s offense improved in the second half, but so did Harlan’s. The Trojans knocked down five three-pointers in the final two frames. Hatr hit two to lead the Trojans with 14 points. Atlantic did battle back to bring the score as close as six, but they were unable to get over the hump. The Cyclones had three players reach double-digit scoring, led by Schwieso, who finished with 16.

It was a bittersweet moment for the Trojans as Hartr’s milestone was cause for celebration. Throughout her career, Hartr has compiled 1.261 points. This broke the previous record of 1,259 set by Hayley Rasmussen. In addition to the scoring record, she also holds the program record for most rebounds and ranks in the top five in assists, steals, and blocked shots. Hartr said it felt great to be Atlatnic’s all-time leading scorer and that her work ethic and willingness to improve helped get her there

Head coach Dan Vargason was very proud of what Hartr has been able to accomplish during her time with the program.

Despite the loss, Vargason was pleased with the way his team defended but knew his team struggled on offense.

The 9-5 Trojans will be back at home Tuesday when they take on Red Oak.