It can be hard to translate regular season success to the playoffs, but the Ponaganset Chieftains had no problem doing just that on Friday. They took their game at home with ease, bagging a 60-31 victory over the Titans. Ponaganset's offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
It was another big night for Jaina Yekelchik, who scored 19 points. She hasn't dropped below 19 points for three straight games. The team also got some help courtesy of Marron Nerney, who scored nine points.
Ponaganset's win was their sixth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 18-7. Those victories were due in large part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 51.7 points per game. As for Toll Gate, their loss dropped their record down to 15-9.
Ponaganset will take on St. Mary Academy-Bay View at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. The matchup should be an exciting one, as these teams are closely ranked in Rhode Island (Ponaganset is ranked eighth, while St. Mary Academy-Bay View is ranked 11th). Toll Gate does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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