Crowley extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 5-15. They had to suffer through a 66-20 loss at the hands of the Ville Platte Bulldogs. While losing is never fun, the Gent can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Louisiana basketball rankings (they are ranked 326th, while the Bulldogs are ranked 54th).
As for Ville Platte, they have been performing well recently as they've won ten of their last 13 matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 18-6 record this season. They have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won nine contests by 20 points or more this season.
Ville Platte got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Janiah Leday out in front who almost dropped a double-double with 22 points and nine steals. Those 22 points gave Leday a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Bri Telah Freeman, who went 6-for-9 en route to 13 points along with six assists and six steals.
Looking ahead, Crowley will be playing in front of their home fans against Mamou at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Ville Platte, they will square off against LaGrange at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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