Holgate was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their 17th straight defeat dating back to last season. They received a blow as they fell 44-25 to the Ayersville Pilots. The Tigers were not able to make up for their loss to the Pilots from their previous meeting back in January of 2025.
Leading Ayersville to victory were Avery Knueven and Kendra Waldron. Knueven posted eight points in addition to nine boards and three steals, while Waldron went 6-for-12 to rack up 13 points and five assists. Knueven has been hot recently, having posted three or more steals the last three times she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Aeriel Brown, who put up four points.
Holgate's record is now 0-14. As for Ayersville, their win ended a four-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-9.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming contests. Holgate will venture away from home to take on Stryker at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. The Panthers' defense has only allowed 28.4 points per game this season, so the Tigers' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Ayersville, they are taking a road trip to challenge Paulding at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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