It's hard to turn regular season success into postseason wins, a fact Prescott can now relate to. They came up short against the Gilbert Tigers on Tuesday, falling 72-49. While losing is never fun, the Badgers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Arizona basketball rankings (they are ranked 66th, while the Tigers are ranked seventh).
Bella Abt
| 02/18/25 @ Gilbert | 17 |
| 02/13/25 vs Mohave | 24 |
| 02/11/25 @ Mingus | 20 |
| 02/06/25 vs Flagstaff | 21 |
| 02/04/25 @ Lee Williams | 20 |
| + 5 more games |
Despite the loss, Prescott had strong showings from Bella Abt, who went 7-for-12 on her way to 17 points in addition to eight rebounds and four steals, and Addie Prisciandaro, who posted 16 points. The match was Abt's tenth in a row with at least 17 points.
Even though they lost, Prescott smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in 21 consecutive games.
Gilbert's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Aspen McClees, who dropped a double-double with 19 points and ten boards. What's more, McClees racked up six assists, the most she's had since back in December of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Isabella Ivy, who went 8-for-15 en route to 20 points and five rebounds.
Prescott's defeat dropped their record down to 21-7. As for Gilbert, their win was their 14th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 21-6.
Prescott does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Gilbert, they will be playing at home against Desert Vista at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Gilbert is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 56.2 points per game this season.
Article generated by infoSentience based on data entered on MaxPreps
