The Bettye Davis East Anchorage Thunderbirds were not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They took a 38-24 bruising from Eagle River. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Bettye Davis East Anchorage of the 48-32 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in January.
Eagle River found their leader in underclassman Gabby Palazzini, who dropped a double-double on ten points and 16 rebounds. Palazzini also posted two blocks for the first time this season. Kaitlyn Armerding was another key contributor, scoring ten points along with five rebounds and three steals.
Bettye Davis East Anchorage's defeat dropped their record down to 1-15. As for Eagle River, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four matchups, which provided a massive bump to their 4-13 record this season.
Bettye Davis East Anchorage will be playing in front of their home fans against Kodiak at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday. Kodiak is coming into the match with five straight defeats on the road, meaning Bettye Davis East Anchorage will have to defend against a squad hungry for a victory. As for Eagle River, they will be playing in front of their home fans against South Anchorage at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. South Anchorage is coming into the match with three straight defeats on the road, meaning Eagle River will have to defend against a team hungry for a victory.
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