Strom Thurmond's last matchup with South Aiken could've gone either way, but unfortunately the same can't be said for the pair's game on Tuesday. The Rebels came up short against the Thoroughbreds, falling 53-30. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest loss the Rebels have suffered since January 8th.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead South Aiken to victory, but perhaps none more so than Isabella Bottom, who shot 50% from the field to rack up 18 points and five steals. Bottom 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 Kaleigh Harris, who went 7-for-9 on her way to 14 points in addition to seven rebounds and four steals.
This is the second loss in a row for Strom Thurmond and nudges their season record down to 1-3. As for South Aiken, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 3-0.
Coming up, Strom Thurmond and Midland Valley will face off at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday without much rest, having both just played. As for South Aiken, they and Silver Bluff will face off at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday without much rest, having both just played.
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