After a string of seven wins, the Middleton Tigers's good fortune finally ran out on Monday. They took a 49-43 hit to the loss column at the hands of Humboldt. Middleton was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Humboldt apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played two weeks ago.
Despite the defeat, Middleton saw an underclassman step up: Harmony Bell scored 12 points along with five rebounds. Another player making a difference was Kemora Buggs, who scored six points along with nine rebounds and five steals.
Middleton's loss dropped their record down to 18-5. As for Humboldt, their victory bumped their record up to 8-6.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Middleton will take on Union City at TBD on Friday. Middleton is coming into the game with seven straight losses at home, meaning Union City will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory. Humboldt will take on Gleason at TBD on Friday.
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