Palmetto Ridge was the 58-9 winner over Bonita Springs when they last played one another back in December of 2024, but their luck changed this time around. The Bears took a 53-49 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Bullsharks on Tuesday.
Amberly Rios
| 12/02/25 @ Bonita Springs | 18 |
| 11/29/25 vs Naples | 25 |
| 11/28/25 vs Aubrey Rogers | 21 |
Palmetto Ridge's defeat came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Amberly Rios, who posted 18 points in addition to five assists and four steals. Rios' evening made it three games in a row in which she has scored at least 18 points. Melina Hemenway was another key player, putting up 11 points along with five rebounds and four steals.
Bonita Springs found their leader in freshman Makenzie Lehigh, who almost dropped a double-double with 37 points and nine boards. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Lehigh has scored all season. The team also got some help courtesy of Kyleigh Weick, who put up eight points and six rebounds.
Palmetto Ridge's loss dropped their record down to 3-3. As for Bonita Springs, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 4-0.
Palmetto Ridge didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next game, a 46-40 defeat against Aubrey Rogers on the 3rd. As for Bonita Springs, they are taking a road trip to challenge Estero at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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