After losing to Vestal the last time they met, Elmira decided to demonstrate that turnabout is fair play. The Elmira Express managed a 42-38 win over the Vestal Golden Bears on Saturday. Given the Express' advantage in MaxPreps' New York basketball rankings (they are ranked 63rd, while the Golden Bears are ranked 317th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Elmira's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Mariah Matias, who almost dropped a double-double on nine points and 18 rebounds. Matias is crushing it when it comes to boards: she's pulled down at least eight every time she's taken the court this season. Alyvia Woodruff was another key player, putting up 15 points in addition to six rebounds and three steals.
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| 12/16/23 vs Union-Endicott | 27 |
| 02/13/24 @ Auburn | 25 |
| 02/01/25 vs Vestal | 23 |
| 01/10/24 @ Horseheads | 23 |
| 01/15/25 @ Corning-Painted Post | 22 |
Elmira smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 23 offensive rebounds. That's the most offensive boards they've posted since back in February of 2024.
Elmira is on a roll lately: they've won four of their last five contests, which provided a nice bump to their 11-3 record this season. As for Vestal, they are on a five-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-6.
Elmira will head out on the road to challenge Ithaca at 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Vestal, they will square off against Maine-Endwell at 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday.
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