Basketball Recap: Make It Five in a Row for Refugio

Bobcats

Previous 5 Games

11/24/25 @ Mathis	53-41
11/22/25 vs Goliad	27-23
11/21/25 vs Banquete	45-35
11/21/25 vs Non Varsity Tournament Opponent	55-7
11/20/25 vs Annapolis Christian Academy	54-24

Refugio waltzed into their matchup on Monday with four straight wins... but they left with five. They walked away with a 53-41 win over the Mathis Pirates. That result was just more of the same for these two, as the Bobcats also won the last time the pair played back in November of 2024.

Refugio's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Jazaelynne Lewis led the charge by dropping a double-double with 21 points and ten rebounds. Another player making a difference was Cedie Wills, who dropped a double-double with 15 points and 16 boards.

Refugio smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 18 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 12 offensive boards in five consecutive contests.

Mathis' loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Kaitlyn Herrera, who posted 14 points and six steals. Herrera is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed three or more in each of the last three games she's played. Amerie Smith was another key player, putting up 15 points and six steals.

Refugio's record is now 7-1. As for Mathis, they have been struggling recently as they've lost four of their last five games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-7 record this season.

Refugio has already played their next matchup, a 47-44 defeat against Santa Gertrudis Academy on the 25th. As for Mathis, they will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Ingleside at 9:00 a.m. on December 5.