On Thursday, the Silas Rams were beaten by the White River Hornets 80-41. While losing is never fun, the Rams can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Washington basketball rankings (they are ranked 170th, while the Hornets are ranked 31st).
Silas' defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Aminah Mahmoud, who posted seven points. That's the most points Mahmoud has posted since back in January of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Carmayla Jackson, who scored eight points.
Silas has been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last eight matches. That's put a noticeable dent in their 10-15 record this season. White River's win was their 17th straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 20-2.
Silas wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 53-35 victory against Lakes on the 15th. As for White River, they have also already played their next game, a 59-46 win against Evergreen on the 15th.
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