Rough Rock was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They took a blow against the Valley Pirates, falling 67-40. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Sun Devils of the 96-69 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in January of 2016.
Valley's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Eric Slim led the charge by dropping a double-double on 15 points and ten rebounds. Jake Apachee was another key player, going 6 for 13 on his way to 12 points and eight steals.
Rough Rock's defeat dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Valley, their win ended a five-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 3-5.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Rough Rock will be taking part in a tournament against Chinle at 9:30 a.m. on Thursday. Rough Rock has been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games. Valley and Window Rock will compete for holiday cheer at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Valley is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 54.5 points per game this season.
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