Chilton played a tough match on Tuesday in which they were outscored in every quarter. They took a blow against the Marlin Bulldogs, falling 52-19. The defeat continues a trend for the Pirates in their matchups with the Bulldogs: they've now lost three in a row.
01/07/25 @ Marlin | 5 |
01/03/25 vs Bruceville-Eddy | 10 |
12/31/24 @ Moody | 10 |
12/27/24 vs China Spring | 5 |
12/20/24 vs Mart | 8 |
When it comes to explaining why Chilton lost, don't look at Mariyah Suiters. Despite the final result, she dropped a double-double on 14 points and ten boards. Suiters is also crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least three every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Novia Coleman, who posted five points and six rebounds.
Even though they lost, Chilton smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with ten offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive boards in three consecutive games.
Chilton now has a losing record at 9-10. As for Marlin, they have been performing well recently as they've won four of their last five contests, which provided a nice bump to their 10-6 record this season.
Chilton will look to defend their home court on Friday against Riesel at 5:30 p.m. As for Marlin, they will head out on the road to square off against Mart at 6:00 p.m. on Friday.
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