Flat Rock was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their fourth straight loss. They were four points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 46-42 heartbreaker at the hands of the Ida Bluestreaks. While losing is never fun, the Rams can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Michigan basketball rankings (they are ranked 166th, while the Bluestreaks are ranked 41st).
When it comes to explaining why Flat Rock lost, don't look at Madleen Hussein. Despite the final result, she went 7 of 17 en route to 20 points along with eight rebounds and five steals. That's the most points Hussein has posted since back in January of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Addi Kopp, who went 6 of 14 on her way to 12 points and six rebounds.
Rams
| 12/27/24 vs Ida | 42-46 |
| 12/18/24 @ Chelsea | 40-67 |
| 12/16/24 @ Huron | 47-53 |
| 12/12/24 vs St. Mary Catholic Central | 30-38 |
Even though they lost, Flat Rock smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 12 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive boards in three consecutive matches.
Flat Rock's defeat dropped their record down to 2-5. As for Ida, the victory keeps them at an undefeated 5-0.
Flat Rock will have a little extra prep time after the loss as they won't be playing again for a while. They'll take on Erie-Mason at 7:00 p.m. on January 7th. Ida will also get a bit of a break before their next contest: they'll face off against Edsel Ford at 7:00 p.m. on January 7th.
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