On Thursday, the Moniteau Warriors ended up a good deal behind the Conneaut Area Eagles and lost 55-36. While losing is never fun, the Warriors can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Pennsylvania basketball rankings (they are ranked 503rd, while the Eagles are ranked 222nd).
Despite the loss, Moniteau had strong showings from Charlotte Thompson, who dropped a double-double on 13 points and ten rebounds, and Sophia Fleeger, who posted 15 points and five boards. Thompson continues to improve, besting her previous point total in each of the last three games she's played.
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Even though they lost, Moniteau smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 13 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive boards in six consecutive games.
Moniteau has been struggling recently as they've lost seven of their last nine matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-12 record this season. As for Conneaut Area, they pushed their record up to 10-5 with the win, which was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season.
Moniteau will host East Forest at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Conneaut Area, they will face off against Sharpsville at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday.
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