Avon is 0-10 against Holbrook since February of 2016 but things could change on Thursday. The Avon Panthers will be playing at home against the Holbrook Bulldogs at 3:30 p.m.
Avon is headed into Thursday's game looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their 16th straight game dating back to last season on Friday. They were dealt a 64-21 loss at the hands of Calvary Chapel Academy. The Panthers were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 46-12.
Despite their defeat, Avon saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Aniyah Pierre-Louis, who posted no points in addition to 12 boards and three blocks, was perhaps the best of all. The team also got some help courtesy of Maggie Hart, who had six points.
Meanwhile, Holbrook waltzed into their contest on Thursday with six straight wins... but they left with seven. They breezed by Atlantis to the tune of 56-17. The Bulldogs have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won six matchups by 27 points or more this season.
Avon better keep an eye on Ashya Dingle. She was instrumental in Holbrook's win, putting up 12 points along with seven rebounds and five steals. Dingle is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season. Makayla Hopkins was another key player, dropping a double-double on 12 points and ten boards.
Holbrook smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 26 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive boards in eight consecutive games.
Avon's loss dropped their record down to 0-11. As for Holbrook, their win bumped their record up to 8-4.
Avon took a serious blow against Holbrook when the teams last played two weeks ago, falling 41-2. A big factor in that loss was the dominant performance of Dingle, who earned 19 points and six steals. Now that Avon knows the damage she can cause, will they be able to stop her this time? Check MaxPreps.com after the match to find out.
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