Sandhills Valley was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their fifth straight loss dating back to last season. They received a blow as they fell 54-36 to the Sutherland Sailors. The Mavericks were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Sailors apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in December of 2024.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Sutherland to victory, but perhaps none more so than Mason Mortimer, who went 8-for-14 on his way to 17 points and four steals. Mortimer is crushing it when it comes to steals: he's grabbed at least three every time he's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Zayn Green, who almost dropped a double-double with nine points and 12 boards.
Sandhills Valley's loss dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Sutherland, their victory ended a six-game drought at home dating back to last season and bumped them up to 2-1.
Coming up, Sandhills Valley will venture away from home to take on Twin Loup at 7:00 p.m. on the 19th. As for Sutherland, they will be home for the holidays to greet Maywood/Hayes Center on Tuesday.
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