The Smithson Valley Rangers will face off against the Veterans Memorial Patriots at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Given that the two teams suffered a loss in their last games, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this game.
Smithson Valley came up short against Tivy on Tuesday, falling 63-41. While losing is never fun, the Rangers can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Texas basketball rankings (they are ranked 533rd, while the Antlers are ranked 204th).
Cyanna Cavazos put forth a good effort for the losing side as she posted 18 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Isabelle DiMery, who scored six points.
Meanwhile, Veterans Memorial was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their tenth straight loss. They lost to Cornerstone Christian at home by a 64-45 margin.
Veterans Memorial's record now sits at 4-19. As for Smithson Valley, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost six of their last seven matchups, which put a noticeable dent in their 8-16 record this season.
Everything came up roses for Smithson Valley against Veterans Memorial in their previous matchup back in January of 2024, as the squad secured a 60-31 victory. Does Smithson Valley have another victory up their sleeve, or will Veterans Memorial turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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