With James Irwin's effective field goal percentage at 100% and Rye's at 25% on Monday, the final result was to be expected on Monday. The James Irwin Jaguars received a blow as they fell 56-39 to the Rye Thunderbolts. The Jaguars have struggled against the Thunderbolts recently, as the game was their third consecutive lost matchup.
James Irwin lost despite a true team effort on offense. The best among them was Hannah Meier, who made all 6 shots she took to post 13 points and five blocks. The team also got some help courtesy of Mia Busby, who posted 13 points.
Rye got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Kelsy Stribling out in front who earned 20 points along with five boards and four steals. Taci Ehrlich was another key player, putting up 13 points in addition to seven rebounds and three steals.
James Irwin's loss dropped their record down to 3-11. As for Rye, their record is now 8-11.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. James Irwin will venture away from home to face off against Liberty Tree Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Rye, they will head out on the road to square off against The Vanguard School at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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