Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, Lamar couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They took a 31-23 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Pagosa Springs Pirates on Saturday. The Thunder were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Pirates apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in March of 2018.
When it comes to explaining why Lamar lost, don't look at Brooklyn Robbins. Despite the final result, she posted 17 points and seven boards.
Pagosa Springs can attribute much of their success to Kylie Ketchum, who had 11 points. Ketchum continues to improve, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played. Another player making a difference was Karsyn Shahan, who put up five points and nine rebounds.
Lamar's defeat dropped their record down to 19-6. As for Pagosa Springs, they have been performing well recently as they've won 13 of their last 16 matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 18-7 record this season.
Lamar does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Pagosa Springs, they will take on Timnath on Wednesday. Both teams are coming into the game red-hot, with Timnath sitting on four straight wins and Pagosa Springs on three.
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