Ripley lost against Nitro back in February of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. The Ripley Vikings came up short against the Nitro Wildcats, falling 59-37. The Vikings were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 35-13.
Ava Edwards had an outrageously good game for Nitro as she went 5 of 6 en route to 12 points and three steals. Edwards continues to improve, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played. Brooklyn Cawley was another key player, putting up 11 points.
Ripley has been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last eight matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 3-8 record this season. As for Nitro, the victory (which was their fifth in a row) raised their record to 12-2.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Ripley will square off against Ravenswood at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. Ripley has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games. As for Nitro, they will venture away from home to take on Wheeling Park at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday.
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