While Silliman Institute didn't have the best season last year (they finished 2-5), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They pulled ahead with a 36-35 photo finish over the Riverdale Academy Rebels on Saturday. The 36-point effort marked the Wildcats' lowest-scoring game of the season, but in the end it didn't matter.
Silliman Institute's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Katie Ryan Dawson, who dropped a double-double on 14 points and 13 rebounds. Dawson is also crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least three every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Lila Richardson, who earned eight points plus 16 rebounds and seven steals.
Silliman Institute smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 30 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least nine offensive rebounds in nine consecutive matches.
Silliman Institute's victory was their fourth straight on the road, which pushed their record up to 8-1. As for Riverdale Academy, their loss dropped their record down to 7-4.
Silliman Institute will look to defend their home court on Friday against Amite School Center at 6:00 p.m. As for Riverdale Academy, they and Riverfield Academy are set to duel on Tuesday.
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