Velva was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their 12th straight loss. They were two points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 43-41 heartbreaker at the hands of the Westhope/Newburg Sioux. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest defeat the Aggies have suffered since December 6, 2024.
Leading Westhope/Newburg to victory were Macy Bryans and Marleigh Henry. Bryans posted 16 points in addition to seven assists and seven boards, while Henry put up 14 points along with six boards and three steals. Bryans is also on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed three or more in the last three games she's played. Ashley Tabarez was another key player, putting up five points and seven rebounds.
Velva's loss dropped their record down to 1-12. As for Westhope/Newburg, they moved to 1-9 with that victory, which also ended their ten-game losing streak.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Velva will venture away from home to take on Bishop Ryan at 5:45 p.m. on Friday. As for Westhope/Newburg, they will head out to square off against Berthold at 5:45 p.m. on Thursday. Berthold will roll in looking for their 11th straight win, something Westhope/Newburg surely won't give up without a fight.
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