Estero and Mater Lakes Academy squared off in some playoff action on Friday, but Estero had to settle for second. They came up short against the Bears, falling 67-45. While losing is never fun, the Wildcats can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Florida basketball rankings (they are ranked 272nd, while the Bears are ranked 34th).
Despite the loss, Estero still got an impressive performance from Amiya Lewis, who went 7-for-12 to rack up 22 points and seven rebounds. Allison Norris was another key player, shooting 50% from the field en route to 10 points and seven boards.
Mater Lakes Academy's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Vanessa Vancott, who dropped a double-double with 21 points and 13 rebounds. Vancott is on a roll when it comes to points, as she's now scored 15 or more in each of the last 16 games she's played. Another player making a difference was Taryn Wakefield, who went 8-for-19 on her way to 17 points in addition to eight boards and three steals.
Estero has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost three of their last four matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 17-7 record this season. As for Mater Lakes Academy, they are on a roll lately: they've won six of their last seven contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 19-9 record this season.
Estero does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Mater Lakes Academy, they will square off against Northwestern at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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