The Rockledge Raiders's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Monday after their third straight loss. They received a tough blow as they fell 61-43 to Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy. Rockledge has not had much luck with Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy recently, as the team's come up short the last three times they've met.
When it comes to explaining why Rockledge lost, one person who can't be blamed is Jaida Williams-Goins. Despite the final result, she scored 20 points along with eight steals and six rebounds. That was a full 46.5% of Rockledge's points, marking the fourth time in a row she's earned more than a third of the team's points. Makaiya Watkins was another key contributor, scoring eight points along with 11 rebounds and two steals.
Rockledge has traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost seven of their last nine matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-13 record this season. As for Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy, they now have a winning record of 11-10.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Rockledge will take on Merritt Island at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Merritt Island is coming into the match on a four-game losing streak. As for Holy Trinity Episcopal Academy, they won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Palm Bay at 7:00 p.m. on January 30th. Hopefully Palm Bay focused on turnovers this week since the team gave up 11 last Thursday.
