Elverado/Zeigler-Royalton had to endure a three-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They came out on top against Galatia/Thompsonville by a score of 52-43 on Tuesday. That's another feather in the cap for Elverado/Zeigler-Royalton, who also won these teams' last head-to-head.
Elverado/Zeigler-Royalton's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Shelby Grove led the charge by scoring 15 points along with seven rebounds and six steals. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Grove has scored all season. Another player making a difference was Ashlyn Stayton, who almost dropped a double-double on nine points and ten rebounds.
Elverado/Zeigler-Royalton's win bumped their record up to 6-23. As for Galatia/Thompsonville, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last seven games, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-13 record this season.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Elverado/Zeigler-Royalton won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Anna-Jonesboro at 7:00 p.m. on February 7th. Anna-Jonesboro is on a three-game streak of home losses, Elverado/Zeigler-Royalton a four-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck is about to change. Galatia/Thompsonville's road trip will continue as they head out to face Webber at 6:00 p.m. on February 8th.
