While it was all tied up 14-14 at halftime, the Exeter Monarchs were not quite the Washington Union Panthers's equal in the second half on Thursday. Exeter fell to Washington Union 40-34. Exeter was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Washington Union apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in January of 2023.
Exeter's defeat came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Bella Morales, who scored five points along with nine steals. Another player making a difference was Brooklyn Cooper, who scored three points along with seven rebounds and four steals.
Exeter struggled to work together and finished the game with only two assists. That's the fewest assists they've managed all season.
Among those leading the charge was Navaeh Galvan, who scored 17 points. That's the first time this season that she scored 15 or more points.
Exeter's loss dropped their record down to 15-7. As for Washington Union, their victory ended a three-game drought on the road and puts them at 5-11.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Exeter will take on Reedley at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. As for Washington Union, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Central Valley Christian at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Central Valley Christian is coming into the match on a four-game losing streak.
