Two teams were on the hunt for playoff glory, but only Early walked away with it. They secured a 42-37 W over the Vernon Lions on Monday. The win made it back-to-back victories for the Longhorns.
When it comes to explaining why Vernon lost, don't look at Key'Maria Mcbride. Despite the final result, she posted 15 points and four steals. Mcbride has been hot for a while, having posted two or more steals the last 16 times she's played. Another player making a difference was Marhianna Johnson, who scored eight points.
Early's win bumped their record up to 19-13. As for Vernon, their defeat dropped their record down to 21-10.
Early wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next matchup, a 51-42 loss against Clyde on the 14th. Vernon does not have any more games scheduled as of now.
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