If Spackenkill was feeling good fresh off their 55-25 takedown of Millbrook last Thursday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. The Spackenkill Spartans fell 37-26 to the Saugerties Sawyers on Friday. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Spartans of the 52-31 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in February of 2024.
Spackenkill's defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Blythe McQuade, who posted ten points and five boards. Maryclare Parker-Stark was another key player, almost dropping a double-double with nine points and ten rebounds.
Saugerties got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Maddy Dragula out in front who scored eight points. Those eight points gave Dragula a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Sonia Tchuinte, who had 12 points.
Spackenkill has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four contests, which has put a noticeable dent in their 10-7 record this season. As for Saugerties, their win ended an eight-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 5-11.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Spackenkill will face off against Rondout Valley at 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Saugerties, they will take on Red Hook at 5:45 p.m. on Tuesday.
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