The Riverview Sarasota Rams are still undefeated this season after their contest against the Port Charlotte Pirates on Friday, but the Port Charlotte Pirates came as close as anyone has to beating them. Riverview Sarasota came out on top in a nail-biter against Port Charlotte and snuck past 57-54. This was payback for Riverview Sarasota, who suffered a 52-49 defeat the last time these two teams met.
Riverview Sarasota was led to victory by Ava Sims and Kennedy Guy. Sims scored 19 points, while Guy scored 17 points along with 3 steals. The match was Guy's fourth in a row with at least ten points. Susan Lowther was another key contributor, scoring 8 points along with 7 rebounds.
Riverview Sarasota's win bumped their record up to 4-0. As for Port Charlotte, they now have a losing record at 1-2.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Riverview Sarasota will take on Boca Ciega at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. As for Port Charlotte, they will look to defend their home court on Saturday against Bradenton Christian at 2:00 p.m.