The Newcomb Skyhawks lost against the Tatum Coyotes back in December of 2022, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Thursday. Newcomb took a 50-38 hit to the loss column at the hands of Tatum.
Despite the defeat, Newcomb saw an underclassman step up: Lethia Yazzie scored 15 points along with four steals. The contest was Yazzie's fourth in a row with at least ten points. Neveah Miller was another key contributor, scoring seven points along with eight rebounds.
Newcomb's loss dropped their record down to 2-2. As for Tatum, the win for they keeps them at an undefeated 8-0.
Newcomb's road trip will continue as they head out to face Jal at 3:45 p.m. on December 15th. Jal is still on the hunt for that elusive first 'W'. Tatum won't have much time to rest: their next matchup is against Tohatchi at 2:00 p.m. on December 15th. Tohatchi is coming into the game hot, having won their last four games.
