Conroe's game on Friday was all tied up 16-16 at the half, but sadly for them it didn't stay that way. They took a 39-35 hit to the loss column at the hands of The Woodlands Highlanders. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Tigers of the 51-47 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in January.
Conroe lost despite a true team effort on the offense, the best among them being Taylor Smith, who posted six points plus nine rebounds and three steals. The team also got some help courtesy of Anastacha McGowen, who posted four points along with seven rebounds and two steals.
Even though they lost, Conroe smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 18 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least 13 offensive rebounds in three consecutive games.
The Woodlands got their win on the backs of several key players, but it was Isa Alaniz out in front who went 7 for 13 en route to 16 points plus five rebounds. Aiden Pino was another key player, earning nine points in addition to five rebounds.
Conroe has traveled a rocky road recently having lost three of their last four contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 5-5 record this season. As for The Woodlands, their record now sits at 4-6.
Conroe wasted no time getting back out on the court and has already played their next match, a 66-24 victory against New Caney on the 26th. The Woodlands has also already played their next matchup, a 62-33 win against Willis on the 26th.
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