Academic Magnet was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They lost 54-32 to the Woodland Wolverines. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Wolverines this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 44-40 two weeks ago.
Sophia Benich
| 02/07/25 @ Woodland | 3 |
| 02/04/25 vs Philip Simmons | 2 |
| 02/03/25 @ Burke | 3 |
| 01/31/25 vs Timberland | 6 |
| 01/28/25 @ Andrews | 5 |
| + 4 more games |
Academic Magnet's loss came despite strong showings from Lindsey Griffin and Sophia Benich. Griffin posted 12 points and seven rebounds, while Benich scored ten points and three steals. Benich is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in the last nine games she's played.
Even though they lost, Academic Magnet smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 11 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 11 offensive boards in seven consecutive games.
Woodland's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Jalina Goodwin led the charge by going 7 for 15 to rack up 17 points and four steals. The dominant performance gave Goodwin a new career-high in points. The team also got some help courtesy of Makiza White, who went 6 of 12 on her way to 12 points along with eight boards and four steals.
Academic Magnet's loss dropped their record down to 6-13. As for Woodland, their win bumped their record up to 6-14.
When Academic Magnet and Woodland next hit the court, they'll be up against teams who recently just can't seem to lose. Academic Magnet will try to stop Burke's 11-game winning streak when the meet at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Similarly, Woodland will challenge Timberland and their four-game winning streak at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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