Skyline was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their sixth straight loss dating back to last season. They were dealt a 57-14 defeat at the hands of the Ellinwood Eagles. The Thunderbirds lost against the Eagles in their previous head to head back in December of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 61-41 score last time.
Ellinwood found their leader in sophomore Reece Stickney, who went 6 for 8 on her way to 17 points and three steals. Ayla Ritchie was another key player, putting up eight points in addition to five rebounds and five steals.
Skyline's loss dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Ellinwood, their victory ended a five-game drought on the road dating back to last season and puts them at 2-0.
Skyline will challenge Kiowa County at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Ellinwood, they will take on Medicine Lodge in a tournament on Thursday.
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