Speedway was the 58-29 winner over Indianapolis Shortridge when they last played one another back in November of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Speedway Sparkplugs took a 46-40 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Indianapolis Shortridge Blue Devils.
Despite the loss, Speedway still got an impressive performance from Madelynn Matelic, who went 7 for 13 en route to 19 points plus five rebounds and four steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Hayli Clampitt, who had eight points along with six rebounds and two steals.
Indianapolis Shortridge's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but KaMariona Garrett led the charge by almost dropping a double-double on 12 points and nine rebounds. Garrett is also crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Keara Stewart, who went 5 for 11 en route to 17 points.
Speedway's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Indianapolis Shortridge, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 3-1.
Speedway's homestand will continue as they prepare to take on Indianapolis Scecina Memorial at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Indianapolis Shortridge, they are on the road again on Thursday to play Riverside at 6:00 p.m.
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