Elite extended their losing streak to six on Monday, dropping them down to 5-15. They were beaten by the Fortune Early College Panthers 83-9. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Panthers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 74-1 last Tuesday.
As for Fortune Early College, they have been performing well recently as they've won ten of their last 12 matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 11-8 record this season. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Fortune Early College found their leader in freshman Nevaeh Taggart, who almost dropped a double-double with 26 points and nine steals. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Taggart has scored all season. Allegjan'A Johnson was another key player, almost dropping a double-double with 12 points and nine steals.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Elite won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against Vallejo at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Fortune Early College, they will face off against Leroy Greene Academy at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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