The Monticello Panthers have not done well against the Washingtonville Wizards recently (they were 1-6 in their previous seven matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Monday. Monticello narrowly escaped with a victory as the team sidled past Washingtonville 31-29. The win made it back-to-back wins for Monticello.
Leading Monticello to victory were Morgan Hutchins and Amiah Neails. Hutchins almost dropped a double-double on ten points and nine rebounds, while Neails scored 11 points along with five rebounds and two steals. Christina Chakar was another key contributor, scoring six points along with five rebounds.
Monticello's victory bumped their record up to 6-12. As for Washingtonville, this is the second loss in a row for them and nudges their season record down to 5-12.
Monticello will head out on the road to face off against Cornwall Central at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Washingtonville, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Newburgh Free Academy at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday.
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