Lake Minneola won the last time they faced Umatilla and things went their way on Tuesday too. The Hawks managed a 51-45 win over the Bulldogs. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Hawks.
Lake Minneola got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Jaelin Bailey out in front who posted 15 points in addition to eight rebounds and six assists. The team also got some help courtesy of Nya Jones, who put up 13 points and five steals.
Umatilla's defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Evelyn Purdy, who went 7-for-14 on her way to 18 points and eight boards. Avaya Washington was another key player, putting up seven points along with seven assists and five rebounds.
Lake Minneola's win bumped their record up to 2-0. As for Umatilla, their loss was their first of the season and makes their record 2-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Lake Minneola will take on East Ridge at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Umatilla, they will look to take advantage of their home court for the first time this season as they take on South Sumter at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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