The Ayaprun Jaegers's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Saturday after their eighth straight defeat dating back to last season. They were just a bucket shy of victory and fell 49-48 to Nelson Island. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Ayaprun in their matchups with Nelson Island: they've now lost eight in a row.
Nelson Island's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Rebecca Tulik, who scored 11 points. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Tulik has scored all season. The team also got some help courtesy of Bethany Lincoln, who scored ten points.
Ayaprun's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Nelson Island, the win got them back to even at 5-5.
Ayaprun does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Nelson Island, they didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next contest, a 46-35 victory vs. Nuniwarmiut on the 10th.
