Cyprus was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their 18th straight defeat dating back to last season. They were three points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 34-31 heartbreaker at the hands of the Kearns Cougars. The Pirates were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Cougars apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in February of 2024.
Kearns was led to victory by Lindsey Tafili and Marie Angilau-Lea. Tafili posted nine points, while Angilau-Lea almost dropped a double-double on nine points and 11 boards. The team also got some help courtesy of Leila Fowler, who scored seven points in addition to five rebounds and three steals.
Cyprus' defeat dropped their record down to 0-16. As for Kearns, their victory bumped their record up to 7-8.
Cyprus will host Granger at 7:00 p.m. on January 28th. Cyprus is facing Granger at the right time seeing as Granger is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Kearns, they will venture away from home to challenge Hunter at 5:15 p.m. on January 28th. Hunter will roll in looking for their fourth straight win, something Kearns surely won't give up without a fight.
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