It's hard to turn regular season success into postseason wins, a fact University can now relate to. They took a 48-41 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Moreau Catholic Mariners on Saturday. That's two games in a row now that the Red Devils have lost by exactly seven points.
Moreau Catholic's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Kaliya Kirkwood led the charge by almost dropping a double-double with nine points and 21 rebounds. Kirkwood is also on a roll when it comes to shooting accuracy, as she's posted one of at least 50% in the last four games she's played. Ava Bowens was another key player, putting up 12 points along with eight boards and five steals.
University's loss dropped their record down to 19-11. As for Moreau Catholic, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won 16 of their last 17 matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 22-8 record this season.
University does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Moreau Catholic, they will challenge University Prep at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Moreau Catholic is on a 14-game streak of home wins (dating back to last season), University Prep a three-game streak of away wins -- so someone will have to leave a streak behind on the court.
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