Cleveland was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They fell 64-56 to the Piedra Vista Panthers. The Storm were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Panthers earlier this season, when they won 66-50.
Cleveland's loss came despite a true team effort with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Savannah Madueno, who posted 12 points in addition to seven rebounds and three steals. That's the most boards Madueno has posted since back in December of 2024. KC Winters was another key player, shooting 83% from the field on her way to 10 points.
Piedra Vista's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Jaime Pierce, who went 6-for-9 to rack up 22 points. Piedra Vista is 6-2 when Pierce posts 15 or more points, but 6-13 otherwise. Another player making a difference was Tyra Holyan, who dropped a double-double with 14 points and 14 rebounds.
Cleveland now has a losing record of 13-14. As for Piedra Vista, they moved to 12-15 with that win, which also ended their three-game losing streak.
Cleveland does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Piedra Vista, they have already played their next match, a 62-38 defeat against Rio Rancho on the 25th.
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