After a string of three wins, the Norte Vista Braves's good fortune finally ran out on Thursday. They ended up on the wrong side of a rough 59-36 walloping at the hands of Patriot. Norte Vista was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Warriors apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in January.
Despite the loss, Norte Vista still got an impressive performance from Hope Brookins, who scored 17 points. Brookins hasn't dropped below 16 points for ten straight games.
Patriot's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Giselle Tiscare?o, who scored 26 points along with five rebounds and two steals. Tiscare?o is crushing the point category: she's posted at least 15 every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Harasees Gill, who dropped a double-double on ten points and 14 rebounds.
Norte Vista's loss dropped their record down to 13-12. As for Patriot, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five contests, which provided a massive bump to their 9-16 record this season.
Norte Vista will be playing in front of their home fans against the Rams at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Averaging 48.77 points so far this season, Ramona's high-powered offense has been in full-swing lately, so the Braves better be ready for a challenge. As for Patriot, they will head out on the road to challenge the Lions at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Arlington is out to stop a seven-game streak of losses at home.
