Watervliet was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat. They took a hard 44-26 fall against the Dowagiac Chieftains. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Panthers of the 51-29 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in January of 2024.
Watervliet's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Daijahnae Hatcher, who posted six points in addition to eight rebounds and four steals.

Panthers
01/07/25 vs Dowagiac | 14 |
12/13/24 vs Allegan | 12 |
12/17/24 vs Parchment | 10 |
12/10/24 @ Galesburg-Augusta | 9 |
12/19/24 vs Bridgman | 7 |
Even though they lost, Watervliet smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 14 offensive boards. That's the most offensive rebounds they've managed all season.
Watervliet's loss dropped their record down to 1-6. As for Dowagiac, their victory bumped their record up to 3-4.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Watervliet will take on Coloma at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. As for Dowagiac, they are taking a road trip to take on Buchanan at 7:15 p.m. on Friday.
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