Frederick came up into this matchup off a tough 27-point defeat last Tuesday. This time they kept things ultra-competitive, but unfortunately the final result was the same. They fell just short of the Urbana Hawks by a score of 51-48 on Wednesday. The Cadets have been going strong on the season, but this is now their second loss in a row.
Urbana's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Tobi Adebambo, who dropped a double-double with 13 points and ten boards. Adebambo is becoming a predictor of Urbana's success: when she posts at least eight rebounds the team is 8-2 (and 4-5 when she doesn't). Zizi Etolue was another key player, dropping a double-double with 14 points and 11 boards.
Frederick's defeat dropped their record down to 16-5. As for Urbana, they have been performing well recently as they've won seven of their last nine matches. That's provided a nice bump to their 12-7 record this season.
Frederick will look to defend their home court on Friday against Middletown at 7:00 p.m. As for Urbana, they will head out to face off against Leonardtown at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Leonardtown will roll in looking for their 15th straight win, something Urbana surely won't give up without a fight.
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