There's no place like home for Cascade, who bounced back after a loss on the road last Tuesday. They snuck past the Martinsville Artesians with a 61-56 victory on Saturday. The win was some much needed relief for the Cadets as it spelled an end to their eight-game losing streak.
Cascade got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Macey Pugh out in front who posted 16 points along with six boards and three steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Kaylee Austin, who went 5 of 12 on her way to 15 points.
When it comes to explaining why Martinsville lost, don't look at Jade Meade. Despite the final result, she went 7 for 10 en route to 16 points and eight rebounds. Meade is also on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in the last three games she's played. Ruby Murrell was another key player, putting up nine points.
Cascade's win bumped their record up to 8-10. As for Martinsville, their defeat was their eighth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 4-13.
Cascade will venture away from home to face off against Edgewood at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Martinsville, they will square off against Brown County at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday. Martinsville is facing Brown County at the right time seeing as Brown County is stuck on a 13-game losing streak.
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