Ouray extended their losing streak to eight on Friday, dropping them down to 3-18. They were dealt a 50-17 loss at the hands of the Dove Creek Bulldogs. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Bulldogs this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 54-24 on February 3rd.
Ouray lost despite a true team effort on offense. The best among them was Charlie Murch, who posted eight points and seven boards. Another player making a difference was Mikayla Hirt, who scored nine points and three steals.
As for Dove Creek, with the victory, they broke their three-game losing streak and moved their record to 13-8. They have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won seven matchups by 22 points or more this season.
Dove Creek had a senior duo take command as Taylor Hampton dropped a double-double with 18 points and 22 rebounds and Hadley Hatfield earned 14 points in addition to six steals and five assists. Hampton is also on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in each of the last 27 games she's played dating back to last season. Ambryn Huffaker was another key player, putting up six points.
Looking ahead, Ouray will head out to take on Caprock Academy at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Dove Creek, they will welcome Ridgway at 4:30 p.m. on Friday.
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