The Willits Wolverines's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Friday after their fifth straight loss. They fell 50-40 to Lower Lake. Willits was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Lower Lake apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in December of 2023.
Willits lost despite a true team effort on the offense, the best among them being Elena Arkelian, who dropped a double-double on 15 points and ten rebounds. That's the first time this season that Arkelian scored 15 or more points. Cecily Potter was another key contributor, scoring nine points along with 11 rebounds and two blocks.
Even though they lost, Willits smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 26 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive rebounds they've managed all season.
Willits has traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost seven of their last eight games, which put a noticeable dent in their 9-11 record this season. As for Lower Lake, they pushed their record up to 8-10 with that win, which was their third straight on the road.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Willits will challenge Kelseyville at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Lower Lake, they will head out on the road to take on St. Helena at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. St. Helena is coming into the game on a five-game losing streak.
