Hopewell was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They took a blow against the Chambers Cougars, falling 59-23. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Cougars this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 60-47 back in January.
Hopewell's loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was SCARLET ERNEST, who posted seven points. ERNEST continues to improve, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played. KRISTYN TROUTMAN was another key player, putting up six points.
Hopewell's defeat dropped their record down to 3-15. As for Chambers, their win bumped their record up to 5-14.
Hopewell wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, a 60-48 victory against West Mecklenburg on the 5th. As for Chambers, they have also already played their next contest, a 44-39 win against Palisades on the 5th.
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