Troy was the 60-29 winner over Groves when they last played one another back in January, but their luck changed this time around. The Troy Colts took a 48-43 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Groves Falcons.
Groves' win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Harlem Simpson, who went 8-for-18 on her way to 23 points in addition to seven boards and four steals. That makes it nine consecutive games in which Simpson has scored at least a third of Groves' points. Another player making a difference was Jacey Roy, who dropped a double-double with 12 points and ten rebounds.
Troy's defeat dropped their record down to 6-11. As for Groves, their victory ended a five-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-12.
Looking ahead, Troy will head out to square off against Romeo at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Groves, they will challenge St. Mary's Prep at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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