Dunnellon was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their seventh straight defeat. They were two points away from ending the streak, but they lost a 47-45 heartbreaker at the hands of The Rock Lions.
Dunnellon lost despite a true team effort on offense, the best among them being Joseleen Malave, who posted 15 points in addition to six boards and four steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Myah Roof, who went 5 of 6 on her way to 12 points.
Even though they lost, Dunnellon smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 21 offensive rebounds. They easily outclassed their opponents in that department as The Rock only pulled down 12 offensive boards.
The Rock's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Audrey Roberts, who had 17 points along with six boards and four steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Audrey Hubbard, who put up 13 points in addition to five assists and four steals.
Dunnellon now has a losing record at 7-8. As for The Rock, their win bumped their record up to 5-16.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Dunnellon will challenge Belleview at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Both teams are headed into the matchup with plenty of momentum (Dunnellon has won five straight at home dating back to last season, while Belleview won six straight on the road), something that'll have to change. As for The Rock, they will square off against Varsity Opponent at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
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