Fort Dorchester was not able to break out of their rough patch on Tuesday as the team picked up their fourth straight defeat. They took a 53-42 hit to the loss column at the hands of the West Ashley Wildcats. The Patriots were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Wildcats apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played back in February of 2024.
| 01/14/25 @ West Ashley | 13 |
| 01/10/24 @ Ashley Ridge | 13 |
| 01/26/24 vs Ashley Ridge | 6 |
| 01/10/25 @ Ashley Ridge | 5 |
| 12/28/24 vs West Springfield | 4 |
When it comes to explaining why Fort Dorchester lost, don't look at Cailyn Webber. Despite the final result, she dropped a triple-double on 15 points, 14 rebounds, and 13 blocks. That's the most blocks Webber has posted since back in January of 2024. The team also got some help courtesy of Kylee Clarke, who posted six points in addition to five assists and four steals.
Even though they lost, Fort Dorchester smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 15 offensive boards. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as West Ashley only pulled down five offensive rebounds.
Destiny Ladson continued her habit of posting crazy stat lines for West Ashley, going 12 for 24 on her way to 28 points and seven steals. Ladson has been hot, having posted two or more steals the last six times she's played. Another player making a difference was Shaniah Townsend, who had eight points and four steals.
Fort Dorchester's defeat dropped their record down to 8-11. As for West Ashley, they now have a winning record of 8-7.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Fort Dorchester will welcome James Island at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. As for West Ashley, they will look to defend their home court on Friday against Stall at 7:00 p.m.
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