Vernon was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their 16th straight loss dating back to last season. They were dealt a 61-25 defeat at the hands of the Altha Wildcats. The Yellowjackets were down 51-17 at the end of the third quarter, and things only got worse from there.
Joe Niner and Tristan Pugh certainly did their best on Tuesday to avoid the loss. Niner earned nine points along with three steals, while Pugh scored six points along with two steals. Pugh is crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least two every time he's taken the court this season.
Vernon's loss dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Altha, their victory bumped their record up to 4-2.
Vernon will take on Malone at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Malone will roll in looking for their fifth straight win, something Vernon surely won't give up without a fight. As for Altha, they will be playing at home against Aucilla Christian at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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