Rushville was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their eighth straight defeat. They took a blow against the Batesville Bulldogs, falling 59-31. The Lions were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 33-7.
Rushville's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Gracie Buzzard, who posted seven points along with five rebounds and four steals. That's the most steals Buzzard has posted since back in November of 2024.
Batesville's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Madelyn Haskamp, who almost dropped a double-double on 18 points and nine boards. Sophie Gesell was another key player, going 5 of 8 en route to 13 points and seven rebounds.
Rushville's defeat dropped their record down to 7-15. As for Batesville, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 14-7.
Rushville wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next match, a 44-31 loss against Connersville on the 25th. Batesville has also already played their next contest, a 64-45 defeat against Greensburg on the 25th.
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