Sandy Creek hadn't done well against St. Paul recently (they were 2-7 in their previous nine matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Saturday. The Sandy Creek Cougars came out on top against the St. Paul Wildcats by a score of 43-35. That's more bragging rights for the Cougars, who also won the pair's last head-to-head.
St. Paul's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Aubree Fitzgerald, who posted 12 points in addition to six rebounds and three blocks. Another player making a difference was Charlee Wegner, who put up 11 points and five rebounds.
Sandy Creek's win bumped their record up to 8-3. As for St. Paul, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last seven matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-7 record this season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Sandy Creek will host Nebraska Christian at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for St. Paul, they will look to defend their home court on Tuesday against Central City at 6:00 p.m. Central City's defense has only allowed 28.4 points per game this season, so St. Paul's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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