Mantachie suffered their closest loss since November 5th on Friday. They fell just short of the Tremont Eagles by a score of 43-40. The Mustangs were given a dose of their own medicine in this game as the Eagles apparently hadn't forgotten their defeat the last time these teams played back in February.
Tremont found their leader in freshman Olivia Gillespie, who posted 17 points in addition to seven steals and five rebounds. As a matter of fact, that's the most points Gillespie has scored all season. Paige Gillespie was another key player, scoring nine points plus six steals and five assists.
Mantachie's loss was their fourth straight on the road, which dropped their record down to 1-8. As for Tremont, the win (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 6-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Mantachie will face off against Tupelo Christian Prep at 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Mantachie is facing Tupelo Christian Prep at the right time seeing as Tupelo Christian Prep is stuck on a three-game losing streak. As for Tremont, they will have some time to savor their victory since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Wheeler at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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