Cyprus was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their 17th straight loss dating back to last season. They were two points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 42-40 heartbreaker at the hands of the Taylorsville Warriors. The Pirates were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Warriors apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in February of 2024.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Taylorsville to victory, but perhaps none more so than Kaitlin Sterzer, who posted eight points along with nine boards and three steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Jeweliana Martinez, who earned three points in addition to seven rebounds and five assists.
Cyprus' loss dropped their record down to 0-15. As for Taylorsville, their victory ended a four-game drought at home and bumped them up to 4-9.
Cyprus will challenge Kearns at 5:15 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Taylorsville, they will face off against Granger at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Taylorsville is facing Granger at the right time seeing as Granger is stuck on a three-game losing streak.
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