Zanesville's game on Wednesday was all tied up 25-25 at the half, but sadly for them it didn't stay that way. They took a 62-56 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Utica Redskins. While losing is never fun, the Blue Devils can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Ohio basketball rankings (they are ranked 603rd, while the Redskins are ranked 285th).
Zanesville's loss came despite strong showings from Ayawna Gladden and Isabella Norman. Gladden dropped a double-double on 13 points and 13 boards, while Norman went 7 for 9 on her way to 18 points. The team also got some help courtesy of Lakeyah Butcher, who posted five points and four steals.
Zanesville is on a three-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 3-13. As for Utica, their win bumped their record up to 10-7.
Zanesville will take on Watkins Memorial at 1:45 p.m. on Saturday. As for Utica, they will challenge Northridge at 1:45 p.m. on Saturday. Northridge will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Utica surely won't give up without a fight.
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