The Bethune Bobcats's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Friday after their fourth straight loss. They fell to Hi-Plains 30-24. The defeat unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Bethune in their matchups with Hi-Plains: they've now lost six in a row.
Bethune's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Madilyn Powell, who scored nine points along with four steals, and Jamie Strobel who scored six points along with nine rebounds. Powell is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in the last six games she's played.
Hi-Plains got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Brooklynn Henschel out in front who dropped a double-double on 13 points and 15 rebounds. Enola Thompson was another key contributor, scoring four points along with ten rebounds and three steals.
Hi-Plains used a slightly different lineup for their bout with Bethune. And. Thompson made the most of the opportunity, scoring four points along with ten rebounds and three steals. A few more games like that and she might be seeing even more time going forward.
Bethune has traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last seven contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-13 record this season. As for Hi-Plains, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 10-9.
Bethune does not have any more games scheduled as of now. Hi-Plains also has no future games currently scheduled.
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