San Angelo Central's game on Friday was all tied up 28-28 at the half, but sadly for them it didn't stay that way. They took a 65-61 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Midland Legacy Rebels. The loss was a bit of a surprise, as the Bobcats came into the contest with a sizable advantage in MaxPreps' Texas basketball rankings (they are ranked 126th, while the Rebels are ranked 286th).
Midland Legacy was led to victory by Diego Rodriguez and Ja'Varion Starling. Rodriguez went 10 of 22 to rack up 35 points and five boards, while Starling dropped a double-double on 14 points and 13 rebounds. Rodriguez continues to improve, besting his previous point total in each of the last three games he's played. Tristine Turner was another key player, putting up five points and six boards.
San Angelo Central is on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 23-10. As for Midland Legacy, their record now sits at 18-13.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. San Angelo Central will face off against Midland at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. San Angelo Central is facing Midland at the right time seeing as Midland is stuck on a six-game losing streak. As for Midland Legacy, they will take on Odessa at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Midland Legacy has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games.
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