The Wasatch Wasps will be taking part in a tournament against the Clearfield Falcons at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The two teams are sauntering into the matchup backed by comfortable wins in their prior games.
Clearfield is hoping to do what Judge Memorial Catholic couldn't on Monday: put an end to Wasatch's winning streak, which now stands at four games. Wasatch blew past Judge Memorial Catholic 52-28. The Wasps have made a habit of sweeping their opponents off the court, having now won three matchups by 24 points or more this season.
Wasatch got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Danielle Garner out in front who went 7 for 12 en route to 14 points plus five rebounds and three steals. Garner is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least two every time she's taken the court this season. Mahala Speredon was another key player, going 5 for 8 en route to 10 points plus eight rebounds and two blocks.
Wasatch smashed the offensive glass and finished the game with 16 offensive rebounds. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now pulled down at least eight offensive rebounds in nine consecutive contests dating back to last season.
Meanwhile, everything came up roses for Clearfield against West Field on Wednesday as the team secured a 54-27 win. The victory made it back-to-back wins for the Falcons.
Wasatch's victory was their seventh straight at home dating back to last season, which pushed their record up to 4-0. Those good results were due in large part to their offensive performance across that stretch, as they averaged 58.1 points per game. As for Clearfield, their win bumped their record up to 4-1.
Wasatch took their victory against Clearfield in their previous meeting back in December of 2018 by a conclusive 67-46. The rematch might be a little tougher for Wasatch since the squad won't have the home-court advantage this time around. We'll see if the change in venue makes a difference.
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