Hardee extended their losing streak (dating back to last season) to four on Thursday, dropping them down to 0-3. They were a single point away from ending the streak, but they lost a 34-33 heartbreaker at the hands of the Sebring Blue Streaks. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Wildcats of the 40-24 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in January.
As for Sebring, the win made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 3-5. The victories came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered a grand total of 47 points in those games.
Sebring's win was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Mia-Lisa Jeanty, who posted three points in addition to eight assists and three steals. Jeanty is on a roll when it comes to steals, as she's now grabbed two or more in each of the last three games she's played. Khalia Edwards also deserves some recognition as she posted her first block of the season.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hardee and Palmetto will face off at 7:00 p.m. on Friday without much rest, having both just played. The Wildcats will need to watch out since the Tigers have now posted at least 55 points every time they've taken the court this season. As for Sebring, they and Lake Placid will face off at 7:00 p.m. on Friday without much rest, having both just played. The Dragons have been getting the ball to fall more lately as they've increased their point totals each of their last three games.
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