Basketball Recap: Muncie Burris Owls vs. Monroe Central Golden Bears
Muncie Burris lost a close one when they played last Tuesday but unfortunately for them the defeat they were handed on Saturday was a bit more commanding. They were dealt a 61-21 loss at the hands of the Monroe Central Golden Bears. The Owls haven't had much luck with the Golden Bears recently, as the team's come up short the last three times they've met.
Sydney Jackson was Muncie Burris' leading scorer, having posted nine points.
Ja'Maria Jackson held things down on the boards with seven rebounds.
Monroe Central's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Abe Ervin, who went 7 for 11 en route to 14 points plus five steals. Ervin is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least four every time she's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Brynlee Patterson, who went 5 for 11 en route to 13 points plus five steals.
Muncie Burris' defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Monroe Central, they pushed their record up to 3-0 with the win, which was their tenth straight on the road dating back to last season.
Muncie Burris will venture away from home to face off against Cambridge City Lincoln at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Monroe Central, they will host Wes-Del at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Monroe Central is facing Wes-Del at the right time seeing as Wes-Del is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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