On Wednesday, the Palisades Pumas were within striking distance but couldn't close the gap as they fell 44-39 to the Chambers Cougars.
Several Pumas players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Kyra Morris, who posted seven points along with five assists and five boards. Morris is also on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in the last three games she's played. Tynilla Simpkins was another key player, putting up 13 points and eight rebounds.
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Even though they lost, Palisades smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in ten consecutive games.
Palisades has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-13 record this season. As for Chambers, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 6-14.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Palisades will square off against Ballantyne Ridge at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Palisades is facing Ballantyne Ridge at the right time seeing as Ballantyne Ridge is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Chambers, they will take on North Mecklenburg at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. North Mecklenburg will roll in looking for their 11th straight win, something Chambers surely won't give up without a fight.
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