Basketball Recap: Lowry Triumphant Thanks to a Strong Effort from Britain Backus

By Team Reports Dec 9, 2024, 8:38am

Basketball Recap: Lowry Buckaroos vs. Douglas Tigers

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Lowry won the last time they faced Douglas and Britain Backus did her part to make sure it happened again. The Lowry Buckaroos walked away with a 56-44 victory over the Douglas Tigers on Thursday thanks in part to Backus, who shot 7-for-12 from long range and almost dropped a double-double on 41 points and nine rebounds. Her evening made it three games in a row in which she has scored at least ten points.

Another player making a difference was Natalee Formby, who posted six points plus five rebounds and three steals. What's more, she also racked up two offensive rebounds, the most she's had since back in December of 2023.

The win got Lowry back to even at 1-1. As for Douglas, their loss dropped their record down to an identical 1-1.

Lowry didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next game, a 44-38 victory against Bishop Manogue on the 6th. Douglas has also already played their next contest, a 44-36 defeat against Fernley on the 6th.

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