Union extended their losing streak to three on Thursday, dropping them down to 2-7. They took a blow against the Scott Central Rebels, falling 56-21. While losing is never fun, the Yellowjackets can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Mississippi basketball rankings (they are ranked 254th, while the Rebels are ranked 119th).
Union's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Daltrey Roland, who posted ten points, and Kasten Anderson, who put up six points.
As for Scott Central, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 9-1. They have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won seven contests by 27 points or more this season.
Baleigh Lyles had an outrageously good game as she went 13-for-18 en route to 26 points and seven steals. Thanks to that strong game, she now owns an excellent 50.7% field goal percentage. Another player making a difference was Jimma Bell, who earned eight points.
Union wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, a 42-20 win against Clarkdale on the 12th. Scott Central and Newton County will compete for holiday cheer at 6:00 p.m. on Monday.
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