Hillcrest was not able to break out of their rough patch on Monday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They took a blow against the J.L. Mann Patriots, falling 68-33. The Rams were in a tough position after the first half, with the score already sitting at 37-15.
Multiple players turned in solid performances to lead J.L. Mann to victory, but perhaps none more so than Olivia McKinney, who went 8 of 12 on her way to 17 points and five steals. McKinney is crushing it when it comes to steals: she's grabbed at least three every time she's taken the court this season. The team also got some help courtesy of Jade Hailstock, who posted 12 points in addition to seven assists and five steals.
Hillcrest's record now sits at 2-7. As for J.L. Mann, their win bumped their record up to 2-3.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hillcrest will host Greenville at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday. J.L. Mann will take on Woodmont in a holiday battle at at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday.
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