It was a proper cat-fight when Alexandria-Monroe challenged Eastbrook on Friday. The Alexandria-Monroe Tigers had just enough and edged the Eastbrook Panthers out 52-49. The victory was some much needed relief for the Tigers as it spelled an end to their seven-game losing streak dating back to last season.
Despite the loss, Eastbrook had strong showings from Bodie Howell, who went 7 for 15 on his way to 16 points in addition to six boards and three steals, and Jayden Younce, who posted 12 points in addition to seven boards and three steals. Those 16 points gave Howell a new career-high. The team also got some help courtesy of Reid Aupperle, who put up eight points and six rebounds.
Alexandria-Monroe's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-5. As for Eastbrook, they dropped their record down to 2-4 with the defeat, which was their tenth straight on the road dating back to last season.
When Alexandria-Monroe and Eastbrook next hit the court, they'll be up against teams who recently just can't seem to lose. Alexandria-Monroe will try to stop Wapahani's six-game winning streak when the meet at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday. Similarly, Eastbrook will try to stop Oak Hill's three-game winning streak when the meet at 12:00 p.m. on December 28th.
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