Wausau West's game last Tuesday was a loss, but they didn't let that memory haunt them on Friday. They came out on top against the Merrill Bluejays by a score of 61-52. That's the second time they've managed to beat them this season, as they also won 82-32 back in December of 2024.
| 11/24/23 vs Newman | 4 |
| 01/24/25 vs Merrill | 3 |
| 01/10/25 @ Wausau East | 2 |
| 12/13/24 vs Stevens Point | 2 |
| 12/10/24 @ Merrill | 2 |
Wausau West got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Harper Mead out in front who went 8 for 12 on her way to 19 points in addition to seven rebounds and three steals. That's the most steals Mead has posted since back in November of 2023. Another player making a difference was Ayla Christensen, who almost dropped a double-double on 17 points and nine boards.
Wausau West's win bumped their record up to 5-12. As for Merrill, their defeat was their sixth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 5-12.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Wausau West will venture away from home to square off against Stevens Point at 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday. As for Merrill, they will head out to take on Wausau East at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Merrill is facing Wausau East at the right time seeing as Wausau East is stuck on an 11-game losing streak.
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