Yulee won a close one the last time they played, but unfortunately they suffered a serious change of fortune on Friday. They came up short against the Fernandina Beach Pirates, falling 55-33. The Hornets were not able to repeat the success they had when they faced the Pirates earlier this season, when they won 46-32.
When it comes to explaining why Yulee lost, don't look at Rheyna Hilton. Despite the final result, she went 8 of 9 on her way to 17 points in addition to six boards and six blocks. That's the most blocks Hilton has posted since back in February of 2024. Another player making a difference was Crystal Hayes, who posted five points along with seven steals and five assists.
Even though they lost, Yulee was working as a unit and finished the game with 11 assists. That's a new trend for them: they were averaging 3 assists per game earlier this season, but in their last 15 matches they've averaged 6.9.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead Fernandina Beach to victory, but perhaps none more so than Savina Wells, who dropped a double-double on 19 points and 13 rebounds. Wells is crushing it when it comes to boards: she's pulled down at least eight every time she's taken the court this season. Julianna Miller was another key player, going 7 for 12 en route to 17 points in addition to seven assists and four steals.
Yulee's defeat dropped their record down to 5-12. As for Fernandina Beach, their record is now 10-11.
Both are set to take part in some playoff action in their next matches. Yulee will square off against Raines at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. As for Fernandina Beach, they will challenge Baker County at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday. Baker County's defense has only allowed 29.5 points per game this season, so Fernandina Beach's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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