While Bennett didn't have the best season last year (they finished 2-11), it's starting to look like those struggles are a thing of the past. They slipped by the Decatur Seahawks 57-56 on Monday. Bennett's victory was all the more impressive since the Seahawks were averaging only 26.33 points allowed on the season.
When it comes to explaining why Decatur lost, don't look at Allison Swift. Despite the final result, she dropped a double-double on 24 points and 14 rebounds. Swift is trending in the right direction considering she's improved her point production for three straight games. Lila Gunther was another key player, putting up three points along with six boards and three steals.
Clippers
| 01/13/25 vs Decatur | 57-56 |
| 12/30/24 @ Woodbridge | 45-32 |
| 12/30/24 @ Woodbridge | 41-37 |
| 12/26/24 vs Indian River | 46-34 |
| 12/19/24 vs Washington | 75-13 |
| 12/16/24 @ Snow Hill | 67-58 |
The win (which was Bennett's sixth in a row) raised their record to 7-2. The wins came thanks to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 55.2 points per game. As for Decatur, their loss ended a four-game streak of away wins and brought them to 8-1.
Bennett wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, a 54-36 victory against Mardela on the 14th. As for Decatur, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Snow Hill at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. Decatur's defense has only allowed 26.3 points per game this season, so Snow Hill's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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