Rio Americano was not able to break out of their rough patch on Wednesday as the team picked up their third straight defeat. They were outmatched by the Woodcreek Timberwolves and fell 80-47. While losing is never fun, the Raiders can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' California basketball rankings (they are ranked 716th, while the Timberwolves are ranked 198th).
Rio Americano's loss came despite a true team effort from the offense, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Gabby Ellyason, who posted eight points. Another player making a difference was Natalie Saunders, who had nine points.
It was another big night for Ryan Nair, who shot 4-for-7 from deep and dropped a double-double on 17 points and 12 steals for Woodcreek. Nair's evening made it three games in a row in which she has scored at least ten points. Kinley Thomas also deserves some recognition as she scored her first points of the season.
Rio Americano's defeat dropped their record down to 5-9. As for Woodcreek, the victory got them back to even at 8-8.
Rio Americano didn't take long to hit the court again: they've already played their next matchup, a 51-46 win against Bella Vista on the 10th. Woodcreek has also already played their next contest, a 64-45 loss against Christian Brothers on the 10th.
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