The Proviso East Pirates will take on the Thornton Fractional South Red Wolves in a tournament on Friday. Proviso East will come into the matchup with an undefeated record on the line.
Proviso East is headed in fresh off scoring the most points they have all season. In a tight contest that could have gone either way, they made off with a 47-46 win over Julian.
Zulema Montoya
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Proviso East's win on Monday was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Zulema Montoya, who posted 18 points in addition to eight boards and four steals. Montoya is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Da'Myiah McIntosh, who had 13 points.
Proviso East was working as a unit and finished the game with ten assists. The team's really been improving in that area: they've now improved their assist total in three consecutive games.
Meanwhile, everything came up roses for Thornton Fractional South against Maine East on Tuesday as the squad secured a 63-19 victory. The Red Wolves have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won three matchups by 35 points or more this season.
Proviso East's record is now 4-0. As for Thornton Fractional South, their record now sits at 3-1.
Proviso East couldn't quite get it done against Thornton Fractional South when the teams last played back in December of 2023 as they fell 40-30. Can the Pirates avenge their defeat or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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