Block Island's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Monday after their fifth straight loss. They took a 33-28 hit to the loss column at the hands of Davies Career & Tech. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Block Island of the 57-43 defeat they experienced in the two teams' previous head-to-head fixture back in February of 2021.
Block Island's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Haley Conant, who scored nine points along with eight rebounds and six blocks. Conant is absolutely dominating the rebound category: she's posted at least eight every time she's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Cora Ryan, who scored nine points along with six rebounds and four steals.
Block Island dropped their record down to 1-5 with that defeat, which was their fifth straight at home dating back to last season. Those losses could be blamed on the team's offensive performance across that stretch, as they only averaged 25.2 points per game. As for Davies Career & Tech, their win bumped their record up to 10-1.
Block Island won't have much time to rest: their next contest is against Davies Career & Tech at 4:45 p.m. on January 30th. Davies Career & Tech's defense has only allowed 28.5 points per game this season, so Block Island's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Davies Career & Tech, they won't have much time to rest: their next match is against Block Island at 4:45 p.m. on January 30th.
