Brantley entered their game against Calhoun on Tuesday without any home losses, but there's a first time for everything. The Brantley Bulldogs fell just short of the Calhoun Tigers by a score of 42-40. The Bulldogs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Tigers apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played last Saturday.
Despite the defeat, Brantley saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Alex Grimes went 9 for 16 en route to 22 points plus six rebounds and three steals. Grimes is on a roll when it comes to points, as she's now scored 15 or more in the last 12 games she's played dating back to last season. The team also got some help courtesy of Myia Mount, who had no points along with 17 rebounds and four steals.
Even though they lost, Brantley smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with ten offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in four consecutive contests.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Calhoun to victory, but perhaps none more so than Tyriana Martin, who went 6 for 10 en route to 16 points plus three steals. Another player making a difference was Alivia Mason, who scored nine points in addition to six steals and five rebounds.
Brantley's loss dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Calhoun, their victory bumped their record up to 2-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Brantley will head out to challenge Goshen at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Calhoun, a feisty cat fight will be fought when the Calhoun Tigers challenge the Southside Panthers at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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