It was fun while it lasted, but Rochester's undefeated season came to an end after three games on Saturday. They took a 49-31 bruising from the NorthWood Panthers. The loss continues a trend for the Zebras in their matchups with the Panthers: they've now lost three in a row.
Despite the loss, Rochester still got an impressive performance from Ella Mccarter, who had nine points along with two steals. Another player making a difference was Aubrey Wilson, who had ten points.
Leading NorthWood to victory were Claire Payne and Haylee Heflin. Payne dropped a double-double on 16 points and 12 rebounds, while Heflin went 6 for 11 en route to 17 points plus five rebounds and three steals. Payne is on a roll when it comes to rebounds, as she's now pulled down nine or more in the last seven games she's played dating back to last season. Addie Davis was another key player, posting five points.
Having lost for the first time this season, Rochester fell to 3-1. As for NorthWood, the victory was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 3-0.
Rochester will look to defend their home court on Thursday against Peru at 7:00 p.m. As for NorthWood, they will head out to take on Tippecanoe Valley at 7:45 p.m. on Tuesday.
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