Rain was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their sixth straight defeat dating back to last season. They were dealt a 53-25 loss at the hands of the Escambia County Blue Devils. The Red Raiders lost against the Blue Devils in their previous head to head back in December of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 60-57 score last time.
Escambia County's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Kaniguel Taylor led the charge by dropping a double-double on 14 points and ten rebounds. Taylor is also crushing it when it comes to blocks: he's posted at least two every time he's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Cleo Bolar, who had 16 points in addition to three steals.
Rain's defeat dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Escambia County, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 3-0.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Rain will square off against Faith Academy at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. As for Escambia County, they have the luxury of staying home for another game and will welcome Monroe County at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Escambia County is facing Monroe County at the right time seeing as Monroe County is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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