Avonworth's game on Friday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Saturday. They came out on top against the Millbrook Pioneers by a score of 57-48.
When it comes to explaining why Millbrook lost, don't look at Jaliah Jackson. Despite the final result, she went 7 of 10 en route to 18 points along with five rebounds and four steals. Jackson has been hot recently, having posted four or more steals the last three times she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Mackenzie Jones, who posted ten points in addition to five boards and four steals.
Avonworth now has a winning record of 5-4. As for Millbrook, they moved to 5-3 with that defeat, which also ended their three-game winning streak.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Avonworth will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on South Allegheny at 7:30 p.m. on January 9, 2025. As for Millbrook, they will host Lightridge at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Millbrook is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 50 points per game this season.
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