Peru was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They might be feeling deja-vu: they lost 56-43 to the Culver Academies Eagles, which was the same score (and result) they got the week prior. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Tigers of the 31-30 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in November of 2023.
Despite the loss, Peru saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Madalyn Gatliff dropped a double-double on 18 points and 12 rebounds. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Gatliff has scored all season. The team also got some help courtesy of Jacey Boswell, who posted 13 points in addition to five rebounds.
Even though they lost, Peru smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive rebounds they've managed all season.
Culver Academies got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Jimara Combs out in front who went 6 for 15 en route to 14 points plus six rebounds and three blocks. Piper Brumm was another key player, scoring 15 points.
Peru's defeat dropped their record down to 2-4. As for Culver Academies, the victory for them keeps them at an undefeated 6-0.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Peru's road trip will continue as they head out to face Whitko at 7:45 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Culver Academies, they will challenge NorthWood at 5:00 p.m. on Friday.
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