Ponca was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They were four points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 39-35 heartbreaker at the hands of the Battle Creek Braves. The Indians were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Braves earlier this season, when they won 43-37.
Jaidyn Smutny was the offensive standout of the matchup as she posted ten points and six boards.
Ponca's defeat dropped their record down to 9-12. As for Battle Creek, their win bumped their record up to 11-9.
Coming up, Ponca will look to defend their home court on the 13th against Norfolk Catholic at 6:00 p.m. As for Battle Creek, they are taking a road trip to square off against Cedar Catholic at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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