Spencer won a close one the last time they played, but unfortunately they suffered a serious change of fortune on Thursday. They lost 53-32 to the Gilman Pirates. The Rockets haven't had much luck with the Pirates recently, as the team's come up short the last three times they've met.
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Spencer's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Autumn Davis, who posted ten points along with six boards and four steals. Davis is also on a roll when it comes to blocks, as she's now posted two or more in the last four games she's played. Alexa Weber was another key player, putting up eight points.
Leading Gilman to victory were Reece Weir and Kayleigh James. Weir almost dropped a double-double on ten points and nine rebounds, while James went 7 of 13 on her way to 15 points and three steals. Another player making a difference was Allie Olynick, who had seven points and 11 rebounds.
Spencer's loss dropped their record down to 7-5. As for Gilman, they are on a roll lately: they've won three of their last four contests, which provided a nice bump to their 7-5 record this season.
Spencer will head out to take on Neillsville at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Gilman, they will welcome Columbus Catholic at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday.
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