Bluffton is on a 16-game streak of home wins, while May River is on a three-game streak of away wins: one of those streaks is about to end. The Bluffton Bobcats will take on the May River Sharks at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Hopefully Bluffton is not getting complacent, as they presents a significant challenge as they come into the match much higher ranked than May River in South Carolina (Bluffton is ranked 18th, while May River is ranked 88th).
Bluffton put the finishing touches on their tenth blowout victory of the season on Friday. They blew past Colleton County 50-23 on the road. For those keeping track at home, that's the biggest win Bluffton has posted since December 15, 2023.
Bluffton's win was the result of several impressive offensive performances. One of the most notable came from Tacoya Heyward, who dropped a double-double on 12 points and 11 rebounds. Heyward is absolutely dominating the steal category: she's posted at least two every time she's taken the court this season. Amirah Brown was another key contributor, scoring 15 points along with six rebounds and five steals.
May River suffered their biggest loss yet this season on Saturday. They ended up on the wrong side of a rough 56-31 walloping at the hands of Lucy Beckham. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for May River in their matchups with Lucy Beckham: they've now lost three in a row.
Bluffton's victory bumped their record up to 16-1. As for May River, their defeat dropped their record down to 6-3.
Everything came up roses for Bluffton against May River in their previous meeting back in February of 2023 as the squad secured a 42-11 win. With Bluffton ahead 29-6 at the half, the contest was all but over already.
