Mitchell was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their 19th straight loss dating back to last season. They were dealt a 52-18 defeat at the hands of the Loogootee Lions. The Bluejackets lost against the Lions in their previous head to head back in November of 2023, too, but the margin this time around was even wider than the 54-47 score last time.
Loogootee was led to victory by Alaina Diamond and Madison Waggner. Diamond went 5 for 12 en route to 17 points plus eight rebounds and two steals, while Waggner dropped a double-double on 11 points and 13 rebounds. Diamond is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season. Alexis Heckard was another key player, earning six points along with four steals.
Mitchell's loss dropped their record down to 0-5. As for Loogootee, they now have a winning record of 2-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Mitchell will venture away from home to challenge Brownstown Central at 7:30 p.m. on Friday. As for Loogootee, they are packing up and heading out on the road for their first away game this season. they take on Shoals at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday. Loogootee is facing Shoals at the right time seeing as Shoals is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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