Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, Elmira couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They took a blow against the Albertus Magnus Falcons on Wednesday, falling 76-37. While losing is never fun, the Express can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' New York basketball rankings (they are ranked 96th, while the Falcons are ranked first).
Elmira's loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Mariah Matias, who dropped a double-double with 19 points and 11 rebounds. That was a full 51.4% of Elmira's points, marking the third time in a row Matias has posted more than a third of the team's points. Another player making a difference was Addison Taft, who had eight points.
Elmira's defeat dropped their record down to 14-6. As for Albertus Magnus, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 12 of their last 13 games. That's provided a nice bump to their 16-3 record this season.
Elmira does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Albertus Magnus, they will square off against Middletown at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. One thing working in Albertus Magnus' favor is that they have posted at least 55 points in their last three matches.
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