Union City was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their third straight loss. They were five points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 36-31 heartbreaker at the hands of the Adams Central Flying Jets. The Indians were not able to make up for their defeat to the Flying Jets from their previous meeting back in December of 2021.
Union City's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Gabrielle Ordonez, who posted nine points and six rebounds.
Adams Central can attribute much of their success to Ellie Ogg, who had 11 points in addition to six boards and six steals. Those 11 points gave Ogg a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Ava Stafford, who put up nine points in addition to six boards and three steals.
Union City's defeat dropped their record down to 4-11. As for Adams Central, their victory bumped their record up to an identical 4-11.
Union City will be taking part in a tournament against Randolph Southern at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Adams Central, they wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next contest, a 60-34 loss against Fort Wayne Bishop Luers on the 7th.
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