Mathis proved they can win big on Friday (they won by 39) and on Friday they proved they can win the close ones too. They narrowly escaped with a win as the team sidled past the Falfurrias Fightin' Jerseys 41-38. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest victory the Pirates have posted since November 9, 2024.
Among those leading the charge was Amerie Smith, who posted 16 points. Another player making a difference was Kaitlyn Herrera, who scored 11 points and four steals.
Mathis' win bumped their record up to 8-10. As for Falfurrias, with the loss, they broke their four-game winning streak and moved their record to 9-2.
Mathis and Falfurrias will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Pirates are set to square off against their familiar foe Taft at 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Falfurrias will take on rival Orange Grove at 6:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
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