University extended their losing streak to 13 on Tuesday, dropping them down to 4-14. They were outmatched by the La Vega Pirates and fell 78-41. While losing is never fun, the Trojans can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Texas basketball rankings (they are ranked 985th, while the Pirates are ranked 161st).
As for La Vega, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four games. That's provided a massive bump to their 9-9 record this season. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
La Vega got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Makaylyn Funderburk out in front who shot 44% from the field to rack up 21 points and six steals. Those six steals gave Funderburk a new career-high. Rih Kinsey was another key player, putting up 18 points and five rebounds.
University will take on Navarro in a holiday battle at 6:15 p.m. on Friday. The Trojans will be up against the Panthers' rather soft defense (which has allowed 55.18 points per matchup), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance. La Vega and Chaparral will compete for holiday cheer at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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