Skyline unfortunately couldn't capitalize on their home-court advantage in their season opener. They were outmatched by the Southwestern Heights Mustangs and fell 56-28. The Thunderbirds' loss continues a trend for the team, making it five in a row dating back to last season.
Despite the loss, Skyline still got an impressive performance from Kory Anschutz, who posted 11 points.
Layla Pearl Kisner went supernova for Southwestern Heights, shooting 5-for-9 from deep and dropping a double-double on 23 points and ten steals. The dominant performance gave Pearl Kisner a new career-high in steals. Juanita Puentes was another key player, putting up five points and five steals.
Skyline will head out to challenge Kiowa County at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Southwestern Heights, they will be taking part in a tournament against Booker at 12:40 p.m. on Thursday.
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