Willis extended their losing streak to three on Friday, dropping them down to 8-17. They came up short against The Woodlands Highlanders, falling 58-33. While losing is never fun, the Wildkats can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Texas basketball rankings (they are ranked 827th, while the Highlanders are ranked 184th).
As for The Woodlands, they are on a roll lately: they've won six of their last eight games. That's provided a nice bump to their 23-8 record this season. They have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won 14 contests by 21 points or more this season.
Rachael Roberts produced another solid performance putting up 18 points and three steals. She is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in each of the last eight games she's played. Evangelina DeSpain was another key player, posting eight points in addition to six rebounds and three steals.
We've got plenty of inter-district action coming up soon. Willis is set to challenge their familiar foe Cleveland at 5:15 p.m. on Wednesday. Meanwhile, The Woodlands will face off against rival Caney Creek at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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