Monroe and Vaughn squared off in some playoff action on Thursday, but Monroe had to settle for second. They took a 40-28 hit to the loss column at the hands of the White Tigers.
When it comes to explaining why Monroe lost, don't look at Camila Guzman. Despite the final result, she posted 11 points. Kailiyah Robinson was another key player, putting up seven points.
Vaughn's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Nathaly Contrereas led the charge by dropping a double-double with 14 points and 13 steals. Contrereas is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in each of the last 19 games she's played. Another player making a difference was Estefany Contreras, who dropped a double-double with 14 boards and ten steals.
Monroe's defeat dropped their record down to 3-15. As for Vaughn, they have been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 10-12 record this season.
Monroe does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Vaughn, they wasted no time getting back out on the court and have already played their next matchup, a 43-33 loss against Legacy on the 21st.
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