St. Francis extended their losing streak to three on Tuesday, dropping them down to 1-4. They were beaten by the Wheatland-Grinnell Thunderhawks 70-22. The Indians were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 35-14.
As for Wheatland-Grinnell, they now have a winning record of 3-2. Their offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Natalie Bixenman produced another solid performance shooting 70% from beyond the arc to rack up 30 points in addition to seven boards and three steals. Those 70% three-point shooting accuracy gave her a new career-high. Marissa Beckman was another key player, almost dropping a double-double with 13 points and nine assists.
Coincidentally, St. Francis and Wheatland-Grinnell will both be playing Golden Plains the next time they take the court. The Indians will head out to face the Bulldogs on Thursday, while the Thunderhawks will host them at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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