Newcomb is 0-10 against Tohatchi since December of 2017 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Friday. The Newcomb Skyhawks will look to defend their home court against the Tohatchi Cougars at 7:00 p.m. Both teams come into the contest bolstered by wins in their previous matches.
Last Wednesday, Newcomb was able to grind out a solid victory over Wingate, taking the game 47-38. The win was just what Newcomb needed coming off of a 66-36 loss in their prior matchup.
Nevaeh Miller and Lethia Yazzie were among the main playmakers for Newcomb as the former dropped a double-double on ten points and 11 rebounds and the latter scored 19 points along with two steals. Miller is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as she's now pulled down eight or more in the last three games she's played. Another player making a difference was Delshay Henio, who scored seven points along with four steals.
Meanwhile, Tohatchi waltzed into their matchup on Wednesday with seven straight wins but they left with eight. They took their game on the road with ease, bagging a 66-25 win over Thoreau. Tohatchi has made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won eight games by 26 points or more this season.
Newcomb's victory bumped their record up to 10-11. As for Tohatchi, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won nine of their last ten games, which provided a nice bump to their 18-4 record this season.
Newcomb took a serious blow against Tohatchi in their previous matchup back in January, falling 62-31. Will Newcomb have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more basketball content.
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