Manatee extended their losing streak to five on Monday, dropping them down to 3-9. They were beaten by the Gaither Cowboys 60-21. While losing is never fun, the Hurricanes can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Florida basketball rankings (they are ranked 511th, while the Cowboys are ranked 162nd).
As for Gaither, they have been performing well recently as they've won six of their last eight matchups. That's provided a nice bump to their 7-5 record this season. They have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won four games by 29 points or more this season.
Gaither's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Savion Perry, who posted 12 points. Asiah Perry was another key player, putting up 12 points.
Manatee wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next contest, a 75-61 win against Wharton on the 30th. As for Gaither, they have also already played their next matchup, a 52-50 victory against Newsome on the 30th.
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