Dupo's game last Thursday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Tuesday. They were the clear victor by a 45-24 margin over the Metro-East Lutheran Knights. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 26-17 back in November of 2024.
Dupo found their leader in sophomore Keara Prater, who posted ten points and eight rebounds. Another player making a difference was Addison Mitchell, who dropped a double-double on 11 points and 11 boards.
Metro-East Lutheran's loss came despite strong showings from Isabelle McLeod and Leeah Watson. McLeod had 11 points and eight rebounds, while Watson put up six points.
Dupo's victory bumped their record up to 4-10. As for Metro-East Lutheran, they have also traveled a rocky road recently having lost 13 of their last 14 matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 2-19 record this season.
A feisty cat fight is on tap when the Dupo Tigers take on the Mt. Olive Wildcats at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Someone's luck will take a turn for the better: Mt. Olive has lost five straight at home , while Dupo has lost four on the road. As for Metro-East Lutheran, they won't have much time to rest: their next game is against North Greene at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Metro-East Lutheran is facing North Greene at the right time seeing as North Greene is stuck on a seven-game losing streak.
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