After three games on the road, Valmeyer is heading back home. They will take on the Red Bud Musketeers at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Hopefully Valmeyer focused on turnovers this week since the team gave up 15 on Thursday.
Last Thursday, it was a hard-fought game, but Valmeyer had to settle for a 40-37 loss against Steeleville.
The loss doesn't tell the whole story though, as several players had good games. One of the most active was Ava Reeves, who scored ten points. As a matter of fact, that's the most points she has scored all season. Avery Proffer was another key contributor, scoring nine points along with seven rebounds.
In what's become a running theme this season, Red Bud gave their fans yet another huge victory on Monday. They breezed by New Athens at home to the tune of 61-13. Winning may never get old, but Red Bud sure is getting used to it with their seventh in a row.
Valmeyer has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 11-7 record this season. As for Red Bud, they pushed their record up to 21-7 with that victory, which was their seventh straight at home.
Things could have been worse for Valmeyer, but things could have been a whole lot better as they took a 57-41 loss to Red Bud in their previous meeting back in January of 2023. Will Valmeyer 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.
