The Dexter Demons will face off against the Elida Tigers at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
Dexter is probably headed into the game with a chip on their shoulder considering Clovis just ended the team's seven-game winning streak on Monday. They were beaten by the Wildcats 63-28. The Demons were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 36-13.
Despite the loss, Dexter saw an underclassman step up: freshman Kaylonie Nevarez posted 12 points and four steals. Karina Fuentes was another key player, putting up six points.
Meanwhile, you can't lose the game if you win every quarter, and that was precisely Elida's strategy against Floyd on Thursday. Given that consistent dominance, it should come as no surprise that Elida blew Floyd out of the water with a 47-7 final score. The Tigers have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won five contests by 21 points or more this season.
The win got Elida back to even at 6-6. As for Dexter, their defeat ended a six-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 11-6.
Dexter came up short against Elida in their previous meeting back in January of 2024, falling 32-23. Will Dexter have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the match for a full breakdown of the game, commentary, and other basketball content.
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