Burton took a 21-point defeat the last time they faced off against Galileo, but this time they managed to keep it close and that made all the difference. The Pumas came out on top in a nail-biter against the Lions on Saturday, sneaking past 48-45.
When it comes to explaining why Galileo lost, don't look at Juliette Fahey. Despite the final result, she posted 23 points. That was a full 51.1% of the Lions' points, marking the fourth time in a row Fahey has scored more than a third of the team's points. Ella Romero was another key player, putting up eight points.
Burton's first victory this season bumped their record up to 1-5. As for Galileo, they are on a four-game losing streak that has dropped them down to 2-5.
Burton and Galileo will both get their first taste of in-conference action in their upcoming games. The Pumas will face off against rival Wallenberg at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. Meanwhile, Galileo is set to square off against their familiar foe Lowell at 5:30 p.m. on Monday.
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