Recap: Bridgeport Bearcats vs. Frankenmuth Eagles
The Bridgeport Bearcats won a close one the last time they played, but unfortunately they suffered a serious change of fortune on Friday. They were beaten by Frankenmuth 68-18. The result shouldn't come as a shock considering that's the fewest points Bridgeport has scored all season.
Bridgeport's loss came despite strong showings from Addisyn Brazil and Kimora Ellis. Brazil scored four points along with seven rebounds and three blocks, while Ellis scored six points along with seven rebounds and two steals. Ellis is absolutely dominating the steal category: she's posted at least two every time she's taken the court this season.
It was another big night for Clare Conzelmann, who scored 16 points along with five rebounds and five steals for Frankenmuth. Conzelmann is absolutely dominating the steal category: she's posted at least two every time she's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Mia McLaughlin, who scored 15 points along with five rebounds and two steals.
Bridgeport bumped their record down to 4-4 with that loss, which was their fourth straight at home dating back to last season. Those losses could be blamed on the team's offensive performance across that stretch, as they only averaged 25.3 points per game. As for Frankenmuth, their win bumped their record up to 4-2.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Bridgeport will take on Glenn at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Frankenmuth, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Birch Run at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Birch Run is coming into the contest on a six-game losing streak.
