The Verona Wildcats lost against the Jefferson Independent Day Cavaliers back in February of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Tuesday. Verona took a 57-47 hit to the loss column at the hands of Jefferson Independent Day. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Verona in their matchups with Jefferson Independent Day: they've now lost three in a row.
Jefferson Independent Day's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Gabbi Hiebert led the charge by dropping a double-double on 21 points and 15 rebounds. Hiebert has been hot recently, having posted 16 or more points the last nine times she's played. Lannah Grigg was another key contributor, dropping a double-double on 11 points and 17 rebounds.
Verona has traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last eight contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 7-13 record this season. As for Jefferson Independent Day, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 15-9.
Verona will head out on the road to challenge College Heights Christian at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. Verona is coming into the matchup with four straight defeats on the road, meaning College Heights Christian will have to defend against a squad hungry for a win. As for Jefferson Independent Day, they didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next match, a 43-22 victory vs. McAuley Catholic on the 15th.
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