Menendez lost against Nease back in January of 2024 and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The game between the Menendez Falcons and the Nease Panthers didn't end well, with the Menendez Falcons falling 46-31.
Menendez's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Sophia Scibelli, who posted ten points in addition to six rebounds and three steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Jakayla Newsome, who put up nine points.
Nease found their leader in sophomore Audrey Rollins, who almost dropped a double-double on 23 points and nine boards. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Rollins has scored all season. Another player making a difference was Sage Pytel, who had eight points in addition to five boards and three steals.
Menendez has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-7 record this season. As for Nease, the win got them back to even at 7-7.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Menendez will challenge Atlantic at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Nease, they will square off against Bishop Kenny at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Bishop Kenny is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 51.3 points per game this season.
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