Covington was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They fell 54-45 to the Milton-Union Bulldogs. The Buccs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Bulldogs apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in January.
Milton-Union's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kate Copp, who shot 54% from the field to rack up 17 points and five rebounds. Copp is on a roll when it comes to field goal percentage, as she's posted one of at least 50% in the last seven games she's played dating back to last season. The team also got some help courtesy of Michaela Firks, who dropped a double-double with ten points and 12 boards.
Covington's defeat dropped their record down to 2-5. As for Milton-Union, their record now sits at 5-1.
Coming up, Covington will head out on the road to challenge Lehman Catholic at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Milton-Union, they will be home for the holidays to greet Tri-Village at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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