The Heritage Patriots's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Saturday after their fourth straight loss. They were the victim of a rough 58-35 defeat at the hands of Woodlan. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Heritage in their matchups with Woodlan: they've now lost five in a row.
Heritage's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Grace Guenthner, who scored 12 points along with five rebounds. Another player making a difference was Danica Fuller, who scored ten points along with six rebounds.
Even though they lost, Heritage were working as a unit and finished the game with ten assists. That's the most assists they've managed all season.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Woodlan to victory, but perhaps none more so than Alyssa Anderson, who dropped a double-double on 11 points and 16 rebounds. Those 16 rebounds set a new season-high mark for her. Taylor Kneubuhler was another key contributor, dropping a double-double on 15 points and ten rebounds.
Heritage bumped their record down to 1-9 with that defeat, which was their sixth straight at home. As for Woodlan, the win makes it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 8-5.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Heritage will play host again and welcome Fort Wayne South Side, where tip off is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Fort Wayne South Side is coming into the matchup on a three-game losing streak. Woodlan will be home for the holidays to greet Angola at 7:30 p.m. on Monday.
