Gambell extended their losing streak to five on Saturday, dropping them down to 2-5. They were dealt a 64-18 loss at the hands of the Shishmaref Northern Lights. The King Polar Bear were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 48-9.
Despite the loss, Gambell still got an impressive performance from Beth Booshu, who posted nine points. That was a full 50% of the King Polar Bear's points, marking the third time in a row Booshu has scored more than a third of the team's points.
As for Shishmaref, their victory was their 11th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 9-1. They have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won seven contests by 21 points or more this season.
Shishmaref had a senior duo take command as Loretta Sinnok went 9-for-14 on her way to 20 points along with seven rebounds and seven steals and Bertha Nayokpuk put up 12 points in addition to six boards and six steals. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Sinnok has scored all season. The team also got some help courtesy of Elizabeth Nayokpuk, who shot 56% from the field en route to 11 points and eight boards.
Gambell didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next matchup, a 41-31 defeat against Koyuk Malimiut on the 7th. As for Shishmaref, they have also already played their next game, a 63-37 win against Brevig Mission on the 7th.
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