Ridgeview Global Studies Academy was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their 11th straight defeat. They took a 40-27 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Auburndale Bloodhounds. Sadly, that's the second time they've come up short against the Explorers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 50-33 back in December of 2024.
Despite the loss, Ridgeview Global Studies Academy had strong showings from Claire Curry, who almost dropped a double-double on nine points and 16 boards, and Laila Miller, who dropped a double-double on 12 points and ten rebounds. That was a full 44.4% of Ridgeview Global Studies Academy's points, marking the fourth time in a row she's posted more than a third of the team's points.
Auburndale's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Aleecia Pollard led the charge by dropping a double-double on 11 points and 12 rebounds. Pollard is on a roll when it comes to boards, as she's now pulled down nine or more in the last three games she's played. Another player making a difference was Makyla Jones, who went 6 for 11 en route to 13 points in addition to five assists and four steals.
Ridgeview Global Studies Academy's defeat dropped their record down to 4-14. As for Auburndale, they have been performing incredibly well recently as they've won six of their last seven games, which provided a massive bump to their 11-7 record this season.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Ridgeview Global Studies Academy will host Oasis Christian at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Auburndale, they won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against Lakeland Christian at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Lakeland Christian's defense has only allowed 27 points per game this season, so Auburndale's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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