Zanesville was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They were four points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 43-39 heartbreaker at the hands of the Watkins Memorial Warriors. Sadly, that's the second time they've come up short against the Blue Devils this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 39-23 back in December of 2024.
Despite the defeat, Zanesville saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Ayawna Gladden posted 12 points and eight rebounds. Achaia Walker was another key player, putting up nine points.
Blue Devils
| 02/07/24 vs Lakewood | 15 |
| 02/02/24 @ Bishop Rosecrans | 12 |
| 01/25/25 vs Watkins Memorial | 11 |
| 01/09/25 vs Licking Valley | 10 |
| 01/15/25 @ Mt. Vernon | 9 |
Even though they lost, Zanesville was working as a unit and finished the game with 11 assists. That's the most assists they've posted since back in February of 2024.
Watkins Memorial got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Ella Perry out in front who went 5 of 11 on her way to 14 points along with seven boards and three steals. Perry continues to improve, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Abby Mumford, who had eight points.
Zanesville's loss dropped their record down to 3-14. As for Watkins Memorial, their win bumped their record up to 6-11.
Zanesville and Watkins Memorial could both be facing uphill battles in their next games considering their disadvantage in the MaxPreps Ohio Rankings. Zanesville (ranked 603rd) will meet Union Local (ranked 117th) at 6:45 p.m. on Monday. Similarly, Watkins Memorial will challenge Newark Catholic at 6:45 p.m. on Wednesday down 292 places (495 vs. 203).
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