Basketball Recap: Portage Indians vs. Illiana Christian Vikings
Portage won the last time they faced Illiana Christian, and things went their way on Tuesday too. The Portage Indians secured a 51-46 W over the Illiana Christian Vikings. The victory was some much needed relief for the Indians as it spelled an end to their three-game losing streak.
Portage was led to victory by Kylie Byrd and Kamryn Lockett. Byrd posted 11 points in addition to eight rebounds and two steals, while Lockett had eight points in addition to four steals. The dominant performance also gave Byrd a new career-high in assists (three). Another player making a difference was Mariah Collins, who scored nine points.
Illiana Christian's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Abbie Ritzema, who almost dropped a double-double on nine points and nine rebounds. Kennedy Voss was another key player, earning seven points plus two steals.
Portage's win bumped their record up to 2-3. As for Illiana Christian, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.
Portage has already played their next match, a 48-31 victory against Kouts on the 23rd. As for Illiana Christian, they also wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next contest, a 52-48 defeat against Tri-Township on the 21st.
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