The Monroe Redhawks lost to the Forest Hills Yellow Jackets last Friday, but they didn't allow them the same satisfaction on Monday. Monroe enjoyed a cozy 54-40 win over Forest Hills.
Monroe got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Saniya Wallace out in front who dropped a double-double on 21 points and 11 steals. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Wallace has scored all season. The team also got some help courtesy of Saniya Gingham, who dropped a double-double on 15 points and 19 rebounds.
When it comes to explaining why Forest Hills lost, one person who can't be blamed is Tamuria "leyah" Melton. Despite the final result, she scored 32 points along with seven rebounds and six steals. Melton has been hot recently, having posted two or more steals the last 15 times she's played.
Monroe's victory bumped their record up to 9-15. As for Forest Hills, their loss ended a three-game streak of wins at home and dropped them to 11-11.
Monroe will head out on the road to square off against West Stanly at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Hopefully Monroe focused on turnovers this week since the team gave up 27 on Monday. Forest Hills does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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