Atlantic was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They took a hard 62-43 fall against the Palm Beach Central Broncos. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Eagles of the 58-48 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in January of 2024.
Atlantic's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Taylor Pierre, who posted 15 points. Another player making a difference was Meagan Fitzpatrick, who earned ten points.
Palm Beach Central was led to victory by Izabelle Vilmont and Ashby Wakefield. Vilmont went 8 for 13 en route to 20 points and five steals, while Wakefield almost dropped a double-double on 16 points and nine rebounds. That's the most points Wakefield has posted since back in November of 2024. Triniti Crouse was another key player, putting up seven points in addition to six assists and three steals.
Atlantic's loss dropped their record down to 3-9. As for Palm Beach Central, their record now sits at 8-11.
Atlantic wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next game, a 53-50 defeat against West Boca Raton on the 23rd. Palm Beach Central has also already played their next match, a 76-63 victory against Suncoast on the 23rd.
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