The Empire Ravens had to endure a 14-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They managed a 25-20 win over Palo Verde on Friday. The win was just what Empire needed coming off of a 75-11 loss in their prior match.
Empire got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was ADDYSON KEELING out in front who scored seven points along with seven rebounds and six steals.
Empire's win ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 2-14. As for Palo Verde, their defeat was their fourth straight at home, which bumped their record down to 1-12.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Empire will face off against Tombstone at 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Tombstone presents a significant challenge as they come into the match much higher ranked than Empire in Arizona (Tombstone is ranked 137th, while Empire is ranked 288th). As for Palo Verde, they will head out on the road to take on Rio Rico at 3:00 p.m. on Monday. Rio Rico will be looking to extend their current three-game winning streak.
