If the Velma Jackson Falcons were riding high off their 65-27 takedown of the Ethel Tigers on Tuesday, their most recent game may have dampened their spirits a bit. Velma Jackson was outmatched by Nanih Waiya at home and fell 64-32.
Nyshea Hoskin was her usual excellent self, scoring 40 points for Nanih Waiya. That makes it 15 consecutive games in which Hoskin has scored at least 25% of Nanih Waiya's points. Alexzandria Eiland was another key contributor, scoring 14 points along with eight rebounds and four steals.
Velma Jackson has traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost five of their last six matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-11 record this season. As for Nanih Waiya, they pushed their record up to 13-2 with that win, which was their seventh straight on the road.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Velma Jackson will take on McAdams at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Nanih Waiya, they will head out on the road to face off against French Camp Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. French Camp Academy is still on the hunt for that elusive first 'W'.
