Newman Grove/St. Edward is on a six-game streak of home losses, Archangels Catholic a three-game streak of away losses, but someone's luck will change on Tuesday. The Newman Grove/St. Edward Panthers will host the Archangels Catholic Defenders at 6:00 p.m.
Last Saturday, Newman Grove/St. Edward came up short against Fullerton and fell 44-35.
| 01/18/25 @ Fullerton | 16 |
| 01/16/25 vs Heartland Lutheran | 19 |
| 01/14/25 @ Osmond | 17 |
| 01/11/25 vs High Plains | 10 |
| 01/09/25 vs Twin River | 25 |
Despite their defeat, Newman Grove/St. Edward saw several players rise to the challenge and make noteworthy plays. Kailey Patzel, who almost dropped a double-double on nine points and 16 boards, was perhaps the best of all. Patzel is crushing it when it comes to rebounds: she's pulled down at least nine every time she's taken the court this season. Another player making a difference was Katelyn Werts, who posted 13 points and six boards.
Even though they lost, Newman Grove/St. Edward smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with ten offensive boards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least ten offensive rebounds in nine consecutive contests.
Meanwhile, everything came up roses for Archangels Catholic against Heartland Lutheran on Friday as the squad secured a 49-20 win. The Defenders have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won nine matchups by 29 points or more this season.
Newman Grove/St. Edward's loss dropped their record down to 1-14. As for Archangels Catholic, their victory bumped their record up to 11-6.
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