Altamont's game on Wednesday was all tied up 25-25 at the half, but sadly for them it didn't stay that way. They took a 52-44 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Tabiona Tigers. Unfortunately, that's the second time they've come up short against the Tigers this season, as they also lost their prior matchup 46-37 last Tuesday.
Leading Tabiona to victory were Rocky Rhoades and Cayse Thomas. Rhoades dropped a double-double with 19 points and ten boards, while Thomas dropped a double-double with 19 points and ten rebounds. Rhoades has been hot recently, having also posted two or more steals the last three times he's played. Stran Giles was another key player, putting up seven points along with five boards and four steals.
Altamont has traveled a rocky road recently, having lost seven of their last eight matchups. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-8 record this season. As for Tabiona, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record up to 8-5.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Altamont will square off against Tintic at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Longhorns' defense better be ready for this one: the Miners have averaged an impressive 55.2 points per game this season. As for Tabiona, they will challenge Wendover at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Tigers will be up against the Wildcats' rather soft defense (which has allowed 72.45 points per game), so fans could be in store for a big offensive performance.
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